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Experimental Centric Pedagogy as Scaffolding for a Better Understanding of Calculus in the Mathematics Discipline

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Conference

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Baltimore , Maryland

Publication Date

June 25, 2023

Start Date

June 25, 2023

End Date

June 28, 2023

Conference Session

Mathematics Division (MATH) Technical Session 2

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

Page Count

20

DOI

10.18260/1-2--43567

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https://peer.asee.org/43567

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325

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Tijesunimi Abraham Adeyemi Morgan State University

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Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E. Morgan State University

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Dr. Oludare Owolabi, a professional engineer in Maryland, joined the Morgan State University faculty in 2010. He is the director of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development, Smart Innovation and Resilient Engineering Research Lab at Morgan State University

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Neda Bazyar Shourabi Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus

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Chukwuemeka Duru

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Jumoke 'Kemi' Ladeji-Osias Morgan State University Orcid 16x16 orcid.org/0000-0002-8645-696X

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Dr. J. 'Kemi Ladeji-Osias is Professor in the School of Engineering at Morgan State University in Baltimore. She is a rotating Program Director in the Division of Engineering Education from 2021 - 2023.

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Abstract

The field of calculus is critical to the success and advancement of many Engineering and statistical systems. Calculus provides ways of analyzing transient quantities including data collected from sensors, determining area under a curve, fitting a line for predictive analytics, and price changes in the stock market. It is also core to the understanding of numerous probability distributions in statistics hence, a fundamental knowledge of this concept is crucial for a successful career in STEM. The project would abstract the complexities involved in the learning of calculus from students by providing simple yet relevant experiments that would boost the students interest in this field. The concepts of differentiation and integration would be practically demonstrated to students through affordable and portable circuits. The project would employ readily available circuit elements like inductors, capacitors, and Op Amps to demonstrate integration and differentiation to the students. By employing cheap components and portable circuits, students can afford and carry out these experiments in the classroom and at the comfort of their homes. These experiments will also enable the students appreciate the relevance of these concepts in the field of Engineering, Mathematics and other STEM fields.

Adeyemi, T. A., & Owolabi, O. A., & Bazyar Shourabi, N., & Duru, C., & Ladeji-Osias, J. K., & Efe, F. (2023, June), Experimental Centric Pedagogy as Scaffolding for a Better Understanding of Calculus in the Mathematics Discipline Paper presented at 2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Baltimore , Maryland. 10.18260/1-2--43567

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