Active Calculus 2.0 by Matthew Boelkins, David Austin
Book Contents :-
1. Understanding the Derivative
2. Computing Derivatives
3. Using Derivatives
4. The Definite Integral
5. Finding Antiderivatives and Evaluating Integrals
6. Using Definite Integrals
7. Differential Equations
8. Sequences and Series
About this book :-
"Active Calculus" by Matt Boelkins and David Austin 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 2.0 by Matthew Boelkins, David Austin
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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