From 2015 through 2019, the MAA conducted a study of the Precalculus through Calculus II sequence in U.S. colleges and universities, sponsored by NSF (DUE I-USE #1430540). The goals of this study are: The PI and co-PIs are David Bressoud (Macalester College), Rachel Levy (MAA), Jessica Ellis (Colorado State University), Sean Larsen (Portland State University),...

Donna LaLonde and Deirdre Longacher Smeltzer Description: Discover a new way to teach statistics with Using Data-Centric Methods to Teach Introductory Statistics. This MAA Notes volume tells the story of StatPREP— an initiative designed to empower statistics instructors to create data-driven learning opportunities. Traditionally, teaching introductory statistics has emphasized procedural methods, formula-driven instruction, and small datasets....

Amy Shell-Gellasch, Editor. Description: This volume is a compilation of articles from researchers and educators who use the history of mathematics to facilitate active learning in the classroom. The contributions range from simple devices such as the rectangular protractor that can be made in a geometry classroom, to elaborate models of descriptive geometry that can...

Marilyn P. Carlson and Chris Rasmussen, Editors. Description: The chapters in this volume convey insights from mathematics education research that have direct implications for anyone interested in improving teaching and learning in undergraduate mathematics. This synthesis of research on learning and teaching mathematics provides relevant information for any mathematics department or any individual faculty member...