1214pt
Friedrich Kluempen
SUNY at Binghamton
CALCULUS - REFORMED AND TRADITIONAL
Abstract:
Currently, I am teaching in two settings that take separate
approaches to calculus instruction. One institution uses graphing
utilities, as well as a reformed text, while the other institution
restricts the use of graphing aides and the approach is decidedly
traditional.
In this talk, I want to explore some of the decisions that lead to
these different approaches of instruction, as well as some of the outcomes
of those decisions. This talk is not a study of any kind, but rather a
subjective collection of thoughts and experiences which I have amassed
over the past semesters.
Zoran Sunik
SUNY at Binghamton
PASSING THE PUTNAM EXAM
Abstract:
We will discuss the right reasons why every institution should
participate in the Putnam Exam and the positive impact on the students
and the profession such a participation has. We will also discuss the
wrong reasons to participate along with the negative impact there. In
addition, we will find out the right reason why our school cannot beat
Harvard and why that is irrelevant.