The National Science Foundation's Calculus Initiative (1987-1994)
 
 

 

Highlights of the NSF's calculus initiative:

  • One hundred and twenty seven projects were awarded to 110 institutions.

  • Awards ranged from $1,500 per year to $570,283 per year (usually awarded for one or two years)

  • Objectives deemed important in the projects: Computer use/laboratory experience, applications, and conceptual understanding.

  • Pedagogical techniques most often cited include technical writing, discovery learning, and cooperative learning.

  • This spurred multitudes of conference presentations, journal articles, and workshops.

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    Click HERE for a website paid for with NSF Initiative Funding

    References:

    (1)Dr. Susan L. Ganter (2)Dr. Jack Bookman, project CALC

     

     

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
                                                                                                              
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    The NSF's Calculus Initiative ran from 1988-1994.

     

     

     

     

     

       

        Computer labs, and other forms of visual aids were emphasized.

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