Parallel Puzzels
I recently created some parallel lines with transversal problems that went off really well in class. The one you see here is the first one I made. The idea is … Continue reading
Partitioning a Line Segment
I wanted to use the ideas of a “thinking classroom” today for partitioning line segments. Due to covid and keeping students separated, I had each student work on their own. … Continue reading
Covid-19 Calculus and Logistics
As the Covid – 19 virus is spreading across the whole world and keeping me(us) cooped up, I can’t help but keep an eye on the data. I’ve been following … Continue reading
Shared Driveway Optimization in Calculus
This is a post with a link to a Calculus optimization problem I’m working on.
Farmer Allinson (Part 2)
Winter break is over and it’s always pretty funny hearing what kids say. My favorite of the first day back: “What are we doing today? All my other teachers are … Continue reading
Farmer Allinson!
In my calculus class we had just finished a test on a Tuesday before Christmas break. 3 days left and the next topic was optimization. Hmmm… I’m not into showing … Continue reading
When Students don’t understand Easy concepts.
If I’m honest, one of the most difficult parts of teaching is having patience when students struggle on an easy concept. After 3 attempts to impart understanding using different perspectives … Continue reading
Student Projects – Volumes of Revolution
In Calculus we just finished a project on volumes or revolution using disks and washers. I used a couple days or parts of days in class. I think it was … Continue reading
Volumes of Revolution
First you get an idea to spice up a lesson. Second you hem and haw about whether the amount of increase in student learning/interest will be worth the time and … Continue reading
Khan Academy in the classroom
I’ve been teaching math for just shy of 20 years. I love teaching math and always have. about 10 years ago I was assigned to teach two sections of Cognitive … Continue reading
To Accumulate a Rate --- Integrate! 