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Use of Technology in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Arthur Snider, University of South Florida; Sami Kadamani, Hillsborough Community College

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Mathematics

Technology) students. For partial differentialequations, MAPLE's pdsolve is a step in the right direction, but its arcane solution formatprovides little assistance for a non-expert in fitting the initial and boundary conditions thatdetermine such dependencies. An example of its output, the electrostatic potential inside a spherewith charges distributed on the surface is displayed below. It is expressed (correctly) in terms ofhyper-geometric and complex signum functions. But comparing this with the more recognizable Page 11.188.9solution display using USFKAD, one can clearly see the obvious simplification

Conference Session

Use of Technology in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sabina Jeschke, Technische Universitat Berlin, Inst. f. Mathematik; Lars Knipping, Technische Universitat Berlin; Raul Rojas, Freie Universitat Berlin; Ruedi Seiler, Technische Universitat Berlin

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Mathematics

. Evenmore importantly, once created the lecture materials can be quickly and easily reused.In contrast, the employment of slideware products in teaching has also been heavily criticized6.These products have originally been developed for presentation purposes. It has been argued,that they are well-suited to the task of “selling” a product or idea while they tend to beinadequate for presenting complex arguments.16, 17Also, the human brain can be easily overloaded by the sensory input that eLearning andmultimedia technology is capable of generating5. Even though these tools can be used to give awell-structured and easy-to-follow lecture when correctly employed, they do tend to foster atendency to overwhelm learners with an overly rapid presentation of

Conference Session

The Use of Games and Unique Textbooks in Mathematics Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adrian J. Lee, Central Illinois Technology and Education Research Institute; Sheldon H. Jacobson, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; William A. Cragoe, Sacred Heart-Griffin High School

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Mathematics

Paper ID #8400NCAA Basketball Tournament Analysis for High School MathematicsDr. Adrian J Lee, Central Illinois Technology and Education Research Institute Dr. Adrian Lee received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign in 2009, specializing in probability and risk analysis of aviation security systems. Dr. Lee served as a post-doctoral research engineer at Vishwamitra Research Institute, Center for Uncertain Sys- tems: Tools for Optimization and Management, and is currently President of Central Illinois Technology and Education Research Institute. Dr. Lee also holds an

Conference Session

Use of Technology in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Tracy Van Zandt, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Mathematics

while concurrently working on the NSF Engineering Education Grant.Tracy Van Zandt, University of Massachusetts-Lowell Tracy Van Zandt is a Graduate Student in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Massachusetts. She is currently working on her Master’s Degree in the Modal Analysis and Controls Laboratory while concurrently working on the NSF Engineering Education Grant. Page 11.771.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 INNOVATIVE TEACHING OF FOURIER SERIES USING LABVIEWAbstractStudents often “glaze over” when detailed mathematical

Conference Session

Use of Technology in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Paul Wlodkowski, Maine Maritime Academy

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Mathematics

particle velocity transducers (Vector) utilizing single crystal piezoelectric materials. Dr. Wlodkowski is a co-inventor on one patent and the author of more than ten papers and technical reports. Page 11.1216.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Teaching Numerical Methods in Engineering with MATHCADI. IntroductionOf all the facets of an engineering education, it is perhaps numerical methods – a hybridof science and art – that require the most attention. Increasingly, numerical methods arebecoming more important in both design and research work. Employer surveys demandthat students exhibit a high

Conference Session

Use of Technology in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melinda Z. Kalainoff, U.S. Military Academy; Dawn E. Riegner, U.S. Military Academy; Matthew Deloia, U.S. Military Academy; Russ Lachance, U.S. Military Academy; Andrew Biaglow, U.S. Military Academy

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Mathematics

2006-2281: ENHANCING UNDERSTANDING OF EQUILIBRIUM CONCEPTS INGENERAL CHEMISTRY USING THE SYSTEMATIC METHODMelinda Z. Kalainoff, U.S. Military AcademyDawn E. Riegner, U.S. Military AcademyMatthew Deloia, U.S. Military AcademyRuss Lachance, U.S. Military AcademyAndrew Biaglow, U.S. Military Academy Page 11.589.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Enhancing Understanding of Equilibrium Concepts in General Chemistry using the Systematic MethodAbstract This study investigates an alternative to the commonly used concentration tablemethod for describing chemical equilibria in General Chemistry. The concentrationtable method is

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cathy Poliak, University of Houston

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Diversity

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Mathematics

Paper ID #25877The Use of Technology in Statistics CoursesDr. Cathy Poliak, University of Houston I have been teaching undergraduate statistics for over 20 years. As an instructor of statistics it is my goal to develop and encourage students’ statistical skills for use in other courses and their careers. Ph.D.: North- ern Illinois University, 2007 , Mathematics with concentration in Statistics Masters: Akron University, 1996, Statistics Bachelors: Mount Vernon University, 1991, Mathematics c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019The Use of Technology in Statistics CoursesAbstractA

Conference Session

Approaches to Mathematics Curriculum to Include Projects and Technologies

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey Lloyd Hieb, University of Louisville; Patricia A Ralston, University of Louisville

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Mathematics

Paper ID #9124A Departmental Initiative to Effectively Incorporate Technology Use in Engi-neering Mathematics Education: A Case StudyDr. Jeffrey Lloyd Hieb, University of Louisville Jeffrey L. Hieb is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Fundamentals at the University of Louisville and has been a faculty member since 2008. In 1992 Jeff graduated cum laude from Furman University with Bachelor degrees in Computer Science and Philosophy. Returning to his native Louisville, he worked for more than ten years in a family business before returning to graduate school in 2003. Jeff completed his Ph.D. in

Conference Session

The Use of Computers in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jayathi Raghavan, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; Leslie Sena, Bethune Cookman College; Hong Liu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach; David Bethelmy, Bethune Cookman College

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Mathematics

AC 2008-2721: PROBLEM-SOLVING EXPERIENCE THROUGH LIGHT-DOSECOMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICAL MODULES FOR ENGINEERINGSTUDENTSJayathi Raghavan, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona BeachLeslie Sena, Bethune Cookman CollegeHong Liu, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona BeachDavid Bethelmy, Bethune Cookman College Page 13.1000.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Problem-solving experience through light dose computational mathematical modules for undergraduate engineering studentsAbstractIn this paper, the authors discuss the development of a framework for creating computationalmathematics modules for engineering students. The

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Judith A Komar, Colorado Technical University; Tonya Troka, Colorado Technical University

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Mathematics

Paper ID #12098Improving Performance in College Algebra Using TechnologyMrs. Judith A Komar, CEC/CTU Judy Komar is Vice President of Educational Technology at Career Education Corporation (CEC), a global provider of post-secondary education programs and services. She is responsible for providing innovative technology solutions for CEC students, developing content for more than 500 new courses annually and facilitating and integrating educational technologies for more than 45 CEC campuses. She also facilitates program development, academic requests, and institutional growth, as well as the continuous improvement of the

Conference Session

Using Applications and Projects in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David I. Spang, Burlington County College; Kathleen Spang, Middlesex Boro High School

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Mathematics

performance regarding that one concept must be probed. This oftenentails ‘embedding’ questions and problems that are carefully tailored to probe critical thinkingskills pertaining to the concept of interest, and grading and compiling these results individually.The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) defines assessment as:“one or more processes that identify, collect, and prepare data to evaluate the attainment ofstudent outcomes and program educational objectives. Effective assessment uses relevant direct,indirect, quantitative and qualitative measures as appropriate to the objective or outcome beingmeasured. Appropriate sampling methods may be used as part of an assessment process”12.In general, outcomes should be written with

Conference Session

The Use of Games and Unique Textbooks in Mathematics Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erin Shaw, University of Southern California; Jihie Kim, University of Southern California; Zinan Xing, University of Southern California

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Mathematics

Game Creation for Teaching Computer Programming to High School Students and Teachers," Proc. of Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education.8. Denner, J., Werner, L., and Ortiz, E. (2012). Computer games created by middle school girls: Can they be used to measure understanding of computer science concepts?, Computers & Education 58 (2012) 240–249.9. Papert, S. (1987). A critique of technocentrism in thinking about the school of the future. Retrieved August 2, 2005, from http://www.papert.org/articles/ACritiqueofTechnocentrism.html.10. Kafai, Y.B. (2007) Playing and making games for learning instructionist and constructionist perspectives for game studies. Games and culture 1 (1), 36-40.11. Maeda

Conference Session

The Use of Games and Unique Textbooks in Mathematics Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Reeping, Ohio Northern University; Kenneth J. Reid, Ohio Northern University

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Mathematics

integrating engineering,targeting student difficulties in mathematics, and promoting student success in STEM degreeprograms.Methods utilized in the development of this textbook will be continually discussed with theadvisory board (concept and results), use of language, and pedagogical foundation (teachingphilosophy).BackgroundAn undergraduate student majoring in Engineering Education is in the process of writing amathematics textbook which integrates engineering concepts for high school students. To ensurethis project is properly managed, the student is being advised and assisted by a professor with aPh.D. in Engineering Education to ensure proper engineering examples are included. Anadvisory board of volunteer teachers is serving as a resource for

Conference Session

Using Applications and Projects in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Gainsburg, California State University, Northridge

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Mathematics

ofmathematics education for engineers, and some question whether advanced mathematics isnecessary20-24.A few studies characterize the mathematical beliefs of engineering students. Some studies revealthat engineering students, like K-12 students, often fail to see the importance of mathematics intheir training or eventual employment24,25 and may even dislike or fear mathematics26. Incontrast, perhaps because of their more extensive coursework, the senior-year engineeringstudents surveyed by Cardella (2006)27 reported that the content and problem-solving skills theylearned in their college mathematics courses were useful in their engineering classes, and theybelieved that mathematical ability and the ability to apply mathematics to real-world

Conference Session

The Use of Computers in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Seung Youn Chyung, Boise State University; Joanna Guild, Boise State University; William Clement, Boise State University; Joe Guarino, Boise State University; Doug Bullock, Boise State University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University

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Mathematics

at Boise State University. She received her Doctor of Education degree in Instructional Technology from Texas Tech University, and her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, with a specialization in Computer-based Education, from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. Her research interests have been focused on the development of self-regulated learning strategies for adult learners, and online teaching and learning. She is currently conducting research on retention issues in online distance education.Joanna Guild, Boise State University Joanna Guild is Special Lecturer for the Department of Mathematics at Boise State University. She obtained her M.S. in Mathematics from Boise

Conference Session

The Use of Computers in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University; Brian Camp, Louisiana Tech University

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Mathematics

AC 2008-2779: USING A WEB-BASED HOMEWORK SYSTEM TO IMPROVEACCOUNTABILITY AND MASTERY IN CALCULUSJenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University Dr. Jenna Carpenter is Director of Chemical and Industrial Engineering at Louisiana Tech University and Wayne and Juanita Spinks Professor of Mathematics. She is interested in the use of educational technology to enhance instruction and learning, the development of integrated STEM curricula, and issues related to improving the success of women in engineering. Dr. Carpenter received her Ph.D. in Mathematics from Louisiana State University in 1989.Brian Camp, Louisiana Tech University Dr. Brian Camp is a Lecturer of Mathematics and Statistics at Louisiana Tech

Conference Session

Techniques in Improving Mathematics Education in STEM Curricula

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Vandenbussche, Southern Polytechnic State University; Christina R. Scherrer, Southern Polytechnic State University

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Mathematics

% Other 54.5% 53.1% Total students completing the survey 22 32 Table 1: Self-reported demographicsDemographics of the College Algebra sectionsThe students took a survey within the first few weeks of class that contained questions about Page 25.150.6their background. The survey was adapted from a student pre-survey used on a project entitled,“Developing statistical indicators of the quality of undergraduate mathematics education,”headquartered at the Office for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patricia Salinas, ITESM; Eliud Quintero, ITESM

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Mathematics

with the 2011 Sim´on Bolivar Award for Doctoral Thesis in Mathematics Education and with the National ANUIES Award for Doctoral Research related with Education at College in 2011. At present she is Member Level 1 of the National Researches System from CONACYT M´exico. She has been addressing several projects promoting the use of technology in the teaching of Calculus and the implications of such innovation on the learning of the fundamental ideas that this scientific discipline encourages. She has also been participating in the development of the Educational Model that Tecnol´ogico de Monterrey promotes through the design of the syllabi of the Mathematics Courses for Engineering and its distribution with the use of

Conference Session

Integrating Math Science and Engineering

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Po-Hung Liu, National Chin-Yi University of Technology; Ching Ching Lin, National Taipei University of Technology; Tung-Shyan Chen, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Fundamental General Education Center; Chiu-Hsiung Liao, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Fundamental General Education Center; Yen Tung Chung, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Fundamental General Education Center; C. Lin, National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taiwan R.O.C.; Ruey-Maw Chen, National Chin-Yi University of Technology

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Mathematics

AC 2011-1443: EFFECTS OF AN INTEGRATED CALCULUS REFORMPROJECT FOR ENGINEERING MAJORSPo-Hung Liu, National Chin-Yi University of Technology Po-Hung Liu is a Professor of College of General Education at National Chin-Yi University of Technology in Taiwan. His research interests are AMT (advanced mathematical thinking) and HPM (history and pedagogy of mathematics).Ching Ching Lin, National Taipei University of TechnologyTung-Shyan Chen, Fundamental General Education Center, National Chin-Yi University of Tung-Shyan Chen is an associate professor of the Fundamental General Education Center at the National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taichung, Taiwan since 2010. Dr. Chen received his PhD (2002) from the Department

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Mathematics in the First Year

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Leroy L. Long III, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Claudia Morello, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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First-Year Programs, Mathematics

organizations such as the American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) and National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). To contact Dr. Long, email: Leroy.Long@erau.edu.Ms. Claudia Morello, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Claudia Morello graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a B.S. in Astronomy and Astrophysics in 2018. She is now a graduate student in physics at Kansas State University, where she does light scattering research. She has helped teach many science and engineering classes, and wants to increase the diversity in STEM fields. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Using More Frequent and Formative Assessment When

Conference Session

Mathematics in Transition

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anne McClain, University of Alabama-Birmingham; Dale Feldman, University of Alabama-Birmingham; Lee Meadows, University of Alabama Birmingham

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Mathematics

. However, our local teachers wanted students to become more engaged in the problemsby discovering how the mathematics is used to help solve critical problems in applications ofinterest. Engineering research and development relies on mathematics and covers many areas ofinterest for middle school students. Although many wonderful resources are available thatprovide educators with a connection between engineering, science, mathematics, and real worldapplications, there is a need for development in support of inquiry-based engineering applicationtasks for the middle school mathematics classroom. In this paper, available resources forengineering applications in middle school classrooms, inquiry-based pedagogy, and the need forengineering applications

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Mathematics Division Technical Session 2: Poster Presentations

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Daniel Raviv, Florida Atlantic University

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Diversity

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Mathematics

a Guinness World Record. His new book is titled: ”Everyone Loves Speed Bumps, Don’t You? A Guide to Innovative Thinking.” Dr. Daniel Raviv received his Ph.D. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1987 and M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees from the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology in 1982 and 1980, respectively. American c Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Using Experiences for Explaining the Concept of Discontinuity Daniel Raviv College of Engineering and Computer Science Florida Atlantic University Email: ravivd@fau.edu

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Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine Matos, Clayton State University; Tamara Pearson, Clayton State University

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Mathematics

Paper ID #7565Improving Student Understanding and Efficiency through Technology Use inthe Differential Equations ClassroomDr. Catherine Matos, Clayton State University Dr. Catherine Matos is currently an associate professor of Mathematics at Clayton State University in Morrow, Georgia. She also serves as the Coordinator of Clayton State’s Dual Degree and Regents’ En- gineering Transfer Programs with Georgia Tech. She received her bachelor’s of Aerospace Engineering degree from Georgia Tech in 1994 and a Ph.D. in 2001. She recently completed a term serving as State Director for Georgia for the Southeastern Section of the

Conference Session

Computers and Software in Teaching Mathemathetics

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University

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Mathematics

AC 2009-586: USING WEB-BASED TECHNOLOGIES TO REACH AND ENGAGEMILLENNIAL STUDENTS IN CALCULUSJenna Carpenter, Louisiana Tech University Page 14.1337.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Using Web-based Technologies to Reach and Engage Millennial Students in CalculusAbstractToday’s college-aged students are classified as millennials (born between the years of 1974 and1994). Several characteristics of this population make web-based technologies attractive toolsfor reaching and engaging students. Millennials are classified as both digital natives andexperiential learners. Moreover, in the area of personality, these students are

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James E. Lewis, University of Louisville; Jeffrey Lloyd Hieb, University of Louisville

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Mathematics

Paper ID #6940Using MyMathLab for Learning Reinforcement in the Classroom and Atten-dance Data for Engineering CalculusDr. James E. Lewis, University of Louisville Dr. James E. Lewis, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Fundamentals in the J. B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville. His research interests include parallel and distributed computer systems, cryptography, engineering education, undergraduate retention, and technology (Tablet PCs) used in the classroom.Jeffrey Lloyd Hieb, University of Louisville Dr. Jeffrey L. Hieb is an Assistant Professor with the

Conference Session

Engineering and Mathematics Potpourri

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Murray Teitell, DeVry University, Long Beach

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Mathematics

AC 2009-1120: TEACHING ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS TODEVELOP GENETIC ALGORITHMS FOR THE DESIGN OF ENERGY SYSTEMSMurray Teitell, DeVry University, Long Beach Page 14.1133.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Teaching Engineering and Technology Students to Develop Genetic Algorithms for the Design of Energy SystemsIntroduction Delivering the energy required by industry and the consumer at a reasonable price is a majorproblem facing the United States and the international community. The United States needs acomprehensive plan to meet its energy needs for the next 50 years. Popular goals are focused onlimiting energy consumption

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenna Tague, Ohio State University; Jennifer Czocher, Ohio State University; Gregory Richard Baker, Ohio State University; Amanda Roble, Ohio State University

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Mathematics

, in future semesters, we intend to ask an opening question about challenges specifically due to using the technology. Our instructional technology allowed the engineering students to see full, complex mathematical modeling processes as many times and at whatever pace they choose without losing instructor interaction. The benefits are not limited to the differential equations classroom; the methods could be adapted to other engineering education contexts as well. References1. Bingolbali, E., Monaghan, J. & Roper, T. (2007). Engineering students' conceptions of the derivative and some implications for their mathematical education. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Franziska Dorothea Wehner, Technische Universität Darmstadt

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Mathematics

students often struggle with mathematics. For example, in Germany,introductory mathematics courses often have high failure rates and are considered to be adifficult hurdle for engineering students1. Similar problems have been reported in othercountries such as the U.S.2. Thus, it is essential to search for ways to provide engineeringstudents with the support they need to succeed in mathematics. In the last decades, variousonline learning resources have enriched mathematics education. One example are videotutorials, i.e. screencasts in which a (typically handwritten) solution of a mathematicsproblem is explained step by step in audio comments3.In order to effectively use and improve such video tutorials, it is important to know moreabout how

Conference Session

Mathematics Division Technical Session 1: Best Practices in Engineering Math Education

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

JaCoya Thompson, Northwestern University ; Sally P.W. Wu, Northwestern University; Jacob Mills, Evanston Township High School

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Mathematics

). Computational Literacy and “The Big Picture” Concerning Computers in Mathematics Education. Mathematical Thinking and Learning 20(1), 3-31.[8.] Erickson, T. (2002). Fifty Fathoms: Statistics demonstrations for deeper understanding. Oakland, CA: EEPS Media.[9.] Eyyam, R., & Yaratan, H. S. (2014). Impact of use of technology in mathematics lessons on student achievement and attitudes. Social Behavior and Personality: An international journal, 42, S31-S42.[10.] Franklin, C., Hartlaub, B., Peck, R., Scheaffer, R., Thiel, D., and Freier, K. T. 2011. AP statistics: Building bridges between high school and college statistics education. The American Statistician[11.] Friel, S. (2007). The research frontier: Where technology

Conference Session

Using Applications and Projects in Teaching Mathematics

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gunter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences, Graz, Austria; Christian Steinmann, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences, Graz, Austria

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Mathematics

University of Applied Sciences in Graz, Austria and has for 14 years. Page 25.642.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Fluid Dynamics Simulation using Cellular AutomataThe idea to apply project-based learning as a didactical method in the freshman year wasprimarily driven by the need to motivate the students to apply theoretical knowledge inpractice as early as possible. Faculty teaching in the areas of mathematics, science andinformation technology noted that students were not always enthusiastic in approaching thetheoretical concepts involved in these disciplines, and that