Mathematical modelling in engineering: an alternative way to teach Linear Algebra

Technological advances require that basic science courses for engineering, including Linear Algebra, emphasize the development of mathematical strengths associated with modelling and interpretation of results, which are not limited only to calculus abilities. Based on this consideration, we have pro...

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Autores: García Planas, María Isabel|||0000-0001-7418-7208, Taberna Torres, Judit|||0000-0002-7656-035X, Domínguez García, Santiago
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2016
País:España
Institución:Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC)
Repositorio:UPCommons. Portal del coneixement obert de la UPC
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:upcommons.upc.edu:2117/85738
Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/2117/85738
https://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0020739X.2016.1153736
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Algebras, Linear
Project-based learning
e-portfolio
linear algebra
Portafolis electrònics en educació
Àlgebra lineal
Àrees temàtiques de la UPC::Matemàtiques i estadística
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Sumario:Technological advances require that basic science courses for engineering, including Linear Algebra, emphasize the development of mathematical strengths associated with modelling and interpretation of results, which are not limited only to calculus abilities. Based on this consideration, we have proposed a project-based learning, giving a dynamic classroom approach in which students modelled real-world problems and turn gain a deeper knowledge of the Linear Algebra subject. Considering that most students are digital natives, we use the e-portfolio as a tool of communication between students and teachers, besides being a good place making the work visible. In this article, we present an overview of the design and implementation of a project-based learning for a Linear Algebra course taught during the 2014–2015 at the ‘ETSEIB’of Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC).