Calculus and digital natives in rendezvous: wxMaxima impact
N. Karjanto
TL;DR
This paper explores the use of wxMaxima, a computer algebra system, in teaching calculus to Korean digital natives, highlighting its capabilities, limitations, and student reactions.
Contribution
It provides practical examples of wxMaxima's use in calculus education and assesses student feedback on integrating CAS tools into learning.
Findings
wxMaxima can solve some calculus problems successfully
Students show mixed reactions to using wxMaxima
Resistance exists among students to adopting new technology
Abstract
This article covers how a computer algebra system (CAS) wxMaxima can be explored for teaching and learning Single-Variable and Multivariable Calculus for Korean digital natives. We present several examples where \emph{wxMaxima} can handle Calculus problems easily, not straightforwardly but still successfully solved with some human intervention, and unsuccessfully. By soliciting qualitative feedback on students' experience in exploiting the CAS, we gathered a mixed reaction. Although some students commented positively, the majority seemed to be resistant in embracing a new technological tool.
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Taxonomy
TopicsExperimental Learning in Engineering · Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods · Reflective Practices in Education