Active Calculus by Matt Boelkins
Book Contents :-
Understanding the Derivative - Computing Derivatives - Using Derivatives - The Definite Integral - Finding Antiderivatives and Evaluating Integrals - Using Definite Integrals - Differential Equations - Sequences and Series
About this book :-
"Active Calculus" by Matt Boelkins is a free, open-access textbook designed to teach calculus through "active learning". Instead of just presenting rules and examples, the book encourages students to explore concepts through questions, group work, and discovery-based activities. It's written for single-variable calculus courses and is ideal for classrooms that value participation and engagement.
Each section includes preview questions, in-class tasks, and problem sets that guide students in building a deeper understanding of "calculus concepts". The book covers core topics like limits, derivatives, integrals, and series—using real-world examples and minimal lecture-style exposition. This makes it especially useful for flipped classrooms or independent learners looking for a more hands-on approach.
Available online for free in PDF and HTML formats, "Active Calculus" promotes equity in "math education" by being openly licensed and easily accessible. With its student-centered design, it supports both teachers aiming to increase interaction and learners seeking to actively engage with the material.
Book Detail :-
Title:
Active Calculus by Matt Boelkins
Publisher:
CreateSpace
Year:
2018
Pages:
525
Type:
PDF
Language:
English
ISBN-10 #:
1724458329
ISBN-13 #:
978-1724458322
License:
CC BY-SA 2.0
Amazon:
Amazon
About Author :-
The author
Matt Boelkins
is a professor of mathematics at Grand Valley State University and the author of the widely used open-access textbook "Active Calculus". He is known for his commitment to "innovative teaching" and creating engaging, student-centered learning materials. Boelkins is a strong advocate for "open educational resources" and has helped make calculus more accessible through "active learning" strategies.
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