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| ID | 291 |
|---|---|
| First Name | Robert |
| Last Name | Keller |
| Institution | Loras College |
| Speaker Category | faculty |
| Title of Talk | Discrete Observations or Continuous Ramblings: Some Thoughts on Historical Projects in Discrete Mathematics |
| Abstract | I will share some of my recent experiences on the use of historical projects in a discrete mathematics course. I used the projects to reinforce broad key topics from discrete in a provocative way. These topics included recursive vs. exact formulas, counting and patterns, and proof techniques such as induction. I will share some details on how I integrated the projects into the class and some (limited) responses from students. |
| Subject area(s) | Collaborative learning, discrete math |
| Suitable for undergraduates? | No |
| Day Preference | |
| Computer Needed? | N |
| Bringing a laptop? | Y |
| Overhead Needed? | N |
| Software requests | None |
| Special Needs | |
| Date Submitted | 10/15/2010 |
| Year | 2010 |