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Biology In Mathematics At The University Of Richmond, Lester Caudill Jan 2009

Biology In Mathematics At The University Of Richmond, Lester Caudill

Department of Math & Statistics Faculty Publications

In an effort to meet the needs of science students for modeling skills, three new courses have been created at the University of Richmond: Scientific Calculus I and II, and Mathematical Models in Biology and Medicine. The courses are described, and lessons learned and future directions are discussed.


Use Of Pen-Based Technology In Calculus Courses, John R. Hubbard Jan 2006

Use Of Pen-Based Technology In Calculus Courses, John R. Hubbard

Department of Math & Statistics Faculty Publications

The author and his students used Tablet computers in Calculus I and Calculus II classes, providing students with dynamic digital transcripts that they could replay at their convenience. He and his students agreed that these graphic replays provide an effective alternative to the static explanations found in textbooks and in traditional course notes. Two specific examples are given in this paper.