Formula 1 – A Mathematical Microworld with CAS: Analysis of Learning Opportunities and Experiences with Students |
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Authors: | Marianne Gerny and Burkhard Alpers |
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Institution: | (1) Max-Planck-Gymnasium, Heidenheim;(2) FH Aalen, University of Applied Sciences, Beethovenstr. 1, D-73430 Aalen, Germany |
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Abstract: | In this article we describe a mathematical microworld for investigating car motion on a racing course and its use with a group of grade 12 students. The microworld is concerned with the mathematical construction of courses and functions which describe car motion. It is implemented in the computer algebra system, Maple®, which provides the means to represent courses and functions symbolically and graphically. We describe the learning opportunities offered by the microworld in relation to the research literature on functions. Various facets and layers of the function concept are addressed in the microworld, and we suggest how work in the microworld might help in overcoming some well-known misconceptions.This revised version was published online in September 2005 with corrections to the Cover Date. |
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Keywords: | computer algebra functions microworld motion design |
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