Handouts

71, Walsh, Three Models to Preview calculus Concepts, Grades 6 to 12.pdf (3.4 MB)

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Participants will explore the mathematics related to a Ferris wheel, a human cannon ball flight, and a bicycle ride to school. We will look at how these three math models can be used to preview derivatives, extrema, inflection points, the mean value theorem, integrals, Riemann sums, and other calculus concepts for students in grades 6 through 11.

Presentation Format: Preservice and In-Service Burst
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12