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Exploring Linear Algebra Using Maple
EXPLORING LINEAR ALGEBRA
USING MAPLE
Russell Blyth, Michael K. May
June 27-July 1, 2005
Online from Saint Louis University
Saint Louis, MO
This workshop is designed for college and university teachers who are
interested in using Maple as a pedagogical tool in their undergraduate
classes. Specifically, the workshop focuses on using Maple in
linear algebra, but the concepts and methods can be transferred (and
have been transferred by the instructors) to other courses. No
prior knowledge of Maple will be assumed ’ just bring a positive
attitude about using computer software in the classroom.
Participants completing the workshop will:
- obtain teaching materials for a first course in linear algebra
that uses active Maple worksheets as part of the classroom dynamics;
- develop a comfort level with using Maple in teaching a linear
algebra class;
- learn how to develop their own Maple worksheets for teaching
linear algebra or other classes; and
- become a part of a network of other professors using Maple in
their linear algebra classes.
The workshop will meet live online for three hours each day, broken
into two one-and-a-half-hour sessions. Prior to attending the workshop,
the participants will be expected to complete a short tutorial
(provided by the presenters) on the basics of using Maple. During the
workshop, specific Maple worksheets will be examined and
discussed. Participants will work through these worksheets and
discuss how they can be useful in helping students comprehend linear
algebra concepts. An electronic network will be set up for
the participants that will provide a discussion forum on using software
in linear algebra. For additional information, visit
http://euler.slu.edu/prep05/Return to List of PREP Workshops
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