Undergraduate mathematics and computer science major Brian Johnson and mathematics faculty member Silvia Saccon developed a set of in-class activities to help Calculus III students strengthen their geometric understanding of multivariable calculus. Using 3D printing at think[box], they built translucent models of a French mountain region. Calculus III students used these models, together with 2D topographical maps, to explore concepts in 3D space, and visualize surfaces and connections to 2D representations. This project is part of the Active Learning+ Initiative sponsored by the CWRU [U]Tech Teaching + Learning Technologies Team.
Contact:
Brian Johnson, bcj26@case.edu
Silvia Saccon, sxs1670@case.edu