Hitch Your Wagon Up to Calculus--An Opening Day Activity That Gives Meaning to Every Day of Calculus

Start right from the beginning of your calculus class with meaningful connections, rich problem solving, and very active learning experiences. Set the tone that calculus is built on very basic ideas which students are already aware of. Use this wagon activity to introduce the idea of instantaneous speed. You will reference the activity almost every day.

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Building on Students’ Strengths: Practices That Challenge, Engage, and Empower