Module - Calculus Meets Coding
Overview
- It is an abridged version of longer modules on calculus and precalculus to be offered during the coming fall, winter and spring. Please check https://mathmeetscoding.com for details. I developed these modules to explain the key concepts of calculus without getting bogged down in math.
- Key innovations -
- - I teach calculus before precalculus. The students do not need to know anything more than algebra and geometry to start learning calculus. That was not only the historical order of developments, but is also highly beneficial. The students get to see the beauty of calculus early.
- - I teach students the R language and use it to explore various calculus concepts. This way they learn coding on the background by solving math puzzles.
- - I present precalculus topics through an animation project built by the students. They learn linear algebra, matrices and trigonometry concepts, while implementing the swinging motion of a pendulum.
- - I simplify memorization of trigonometric equations by making extensive use of Euler's formula. Physicist Richard Feynman called Euler's identity 'the most remarkable formula in mathematics', because it makes math so easy !
Skills You Acquire
In this hands on module, you will learn R and then use it to understand the main concepts of calculus. This is an abridged version of the longer modules on Calculus and Precalculus starting in Fall 2025.
Prerequisite
Knowledge of algebra. Limited to advanced middle schoolers and high schoolers.
Class Style
The classes will be conducted online through zoom and interactive chat sessions.
Sessions
July 7-11 9-11AM PST
July 14-18 9-11AM PST
Aug 11-15 9-11AM PST
Class Description
| Sessions | Topics |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Learn R language and platform |
| Day 2 | Use R to understand derivatives |
| Day 3 | Rules of derivative and antiderivatives |
| Day 4 | Applications of calculus |
| Day 5 | Why precalculus after calculus? Also, discussion about AP calculus AB/BC and AP precalculus courses. |
Testimonials
You can read the testimonials for our summer classes here.
Register
These registrations do not require any payment, and you register to only reserve your priority in the queue. We are not adding the times for the modules at this time. Please feel free to give your suggestions in the comment section. The online modules are for two weeks (2 hour/day) and the in person/lab modules last for one week.
