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MIL Project Description

I will develop a mode of assessment that places students into a problem solving context, requires them to work as a team, communicate mathematically, and connect multiple representations of the mathematics. Students will receive a letter addressed to them from a famous character from television or a movie. Playing the role of mathematical consultant, students will respond to the mathematical situation by writing a letter in return. This letter must clearly explain the conclusions reached by the group, include mathematical justifications, and require students to apply their mathematical understanding to a unique problem situation.

Through innovative writing projects, student understanding of mathematical concepts at the three calculus levels will be enhanced by:

• engaging students in critical mathematical thought by solving problems in context;



• working as a team toward a common goal;



• communicating mathematically using current software packages;



• connecting the multiple representations of the mathematical concepts.

f e l l o w s scott adamson's project