Math Education Seminar: The Planimeter: A Hands-On Activity for Exploring Greens’ Theorem, part II
Monday, April 22, 2024 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Monday, April 22, 2024 4:30pm to 5:30pm
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3620 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Cymra Haskell, USC
Title: The Planimeter: A Hands-On Activity for Exploring Greens’ Theorem, part II
Abstract: A planimeter is a mechanical device used by cartographers to measure the areas of regions on a map. In this 2-part session we will explore how a planimeter works from an elementary standpoint and from the standpoint of Greens’ Theorem. This is an activity I have done with K-12 teachers and could be suitable for Calculus III classes.
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