Illuminating Fourier Series with Audacity
Amy C. Courtney, Michael W. Courtney
TL;DR
This paper presents simple, classroom-friendly techniques using Audacity to help students better understand Fourier series and analysis beyond just formulas.
Contribution
It introduces accessible methods for visualizing Fourier series with Audacity, enhancing educational approaches in signal analysis.
Findings
Techniques are easy to implement in classroom settings.
Students gain intuitive understanding of Fourier concepts.
Methods improve engagement and comprehension.
Abstract
This paper briefly describes some simple techniques for illuminating Fourier series and Fourier analysis with the Audacity sound recording program. These techniques are easily applied in the classroom and help students move beyond formula roulette in their understanding of Fourier techniques.
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TopicsWikis in Education and Collaboration · Open Education and E-Learning