Discovering advanced mathematics with calculator activities

John Berry and Bob Francis

"Discovering Advanced Mathematics" is the outcome of two years development of a series of textbooks to support the learning of mathematics in upper secondary schools in the UK. During the development phase of the project, a series of graphic calculator activities were developed to introduce various topics within the curriculum. Having gained confidence in using graphics calculators to introduce a topic, students are then encouraged to use appropriate technology in the problem solving process. This paper describes our experiences of using calculators in developing mathematical concepts and in the problem solving process.

John Berry and Bob Francis

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