Resources for Teaching Linear Algebra

by David Carlson, Charles R. Johnson, David C. Lay

MAA Notes A valuable resource for anyone teaching linear algebra. This book argues that the teaching of elementary linear algebra can be made more effective by emphasizing applications, exposition, and pedagogy. = Relevant applications serve as motivation for students and as sources of stimulating and challenging problems.
=Effective exposition that finds the right way to communicate concepts is especially important in the teaching of linear algebra.
=Attention to pedagogy that takes into account how students learn, helps to increase student understanding of the material. Contains a core syllabus for the first course in linear algebra, and the thoughts of mathematics faculty members who have taught linear algebra using these recommendations.

306 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997