National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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92- When Socrates Visited a Calculus Class

Thursday, April 26, 2012: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
121 B (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
James E. Carpenter
Co-Speaker:
William Gratzer


Come along as Socrates introduces approximating transcendental functions by Taylor polynomials. He will connect technology, algebra, and regression while putting the mathematics into historical context. Socrates will stimulate flexible thinking by encouraging students to adapt and extend previous learning, make connections, and generalize.

Presentation Format: 9-12 Session
Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12, Higher Education

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