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The role of the mean value theorem (MVT) in first-year calculus.
Should the mean value theorem be taught in first-year calculus?
Most calculus textbooks present the MVT just before the section that says that if $f'>0$ on an interval then $f$ in …
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Best way to teach concept of real numbers using a hands-on activity?
I know a middle school math teacher looking for some suggestions for hands-on activities to teach the concept of real numbers. I'm new to this site, so this may be a little off to …
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Text/structure for an analysis course for students with pre-existing understanding of some applied aspects of analysis
Greetings,
I'm teaching a one-off course (perhaps never to be repeated) in a curriculum that's in transition, and I'm looking for advice on a textbook, or stories from people who …
