The course before Shormann Prealgebra, Shormann Volume 6 is in the works! Click here to see a draft of the first 15 lessons. "Shormann 6" for short, the course emphasizes number (arithmetic), geometry basics, and measurement, three of the ten major concepts covered in all Shormann Math courses. Like Prealgebra, Shormann 6 will include facts … Continue reading Shormann Volume 6 is in the Works
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Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter XII
This is the sixth of eleven Letters of Euler I will rewrite and post on the subject of infinitesimals (the infinitely small), an idea that is fundamental to a good understanding of calculus. Click here to read the previous letter. Reply to the Objections of the Monadists to Divisibility in infinitum. The partisans of monads are far from submitting to … Continue reading Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter XII
Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter XI
This is the fifth of eleven Letters of Euler I will rewrite and post on the subject of infinitesimals (the infinitely small), an idea that is fundamental to a good understanding of calculus. Click here to read the previous letter. Letter XI. Reflections on Divisibility in infinitum, and on Monads. In speaking of the divisibility of body, we must carefully … Continue reading Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter XI
Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter X
This is the fourth of eleven Letters of Euler I will rewrite and post on the subject of infinitesimals (the infinitely small), an idea that is fundamental to a good understanding of calculus. Click here to read the previous letter, which I posted over a year ago. Sorry, I'm a little slow on posting these! Letter X. Of Monads. When … Continue reading Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter X
Comparing Khan Academy’s “Procedures” to Shormann Math’s “Story” for Teaching High School Math
In a 2012 Education Week article, Justin Reich, an internet education specialist, wrote that Khan Academy's math courses overemphasize procedure. In other words, Khan's math video lectures explain the steps to solve a problem, but they don't take time to explain the concept behind the steps. In the words of the author, "writing about mathematics, … Continue reading Comparing Khan Academy’s “Procedures” to Shormann Math’s “Story” for Teaching High School Math
Comparing Khan Academy’s Mastery Approach to Shormann Math’s Fluency Approach for Teaching High School Math
This is the first in a series of posts comparing Khan Academy's online math courses to our new Shormann Math curriculum. Shormann Math is part of DIVE Math and Science. When Sal Khan started tutoring his cousins in 2003 using digital whiteboard video lectures, my family's small business was already in its third year of producing similar products. Since then, … Continue reading Comparing Khan Academy’s Mastery Approach to Shormann Math’s Fluency Approach for Teaching High School Math
Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter VIII
This is the second of eleven Letters of Euler I will rewrite and post on the subject of infinitesimals (the infinitely small), an idea that is fundamental to a good understanding of calculus. Click here to read the previous letter. Letter VIII. Divisibility of Extension in Infinitum The controversy between modern philosophies and geometricians to which I have … Continue reading Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter VIII
Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter VII
This is the first of eleven Letters of Euler I will rewrite and post on the subject of infinitesmals (the infinitely small), an idea that is fundamental to a good understanding of calculus. I am rewriting them from a 1795 English translation, and will edit some of the awkward character usage (among other things, the first "s" used in any … Continue reading Letters of Euler to a German Princess, Vol. II, Letter VII
It Only Takes an Instant
I never cease to be amazed by the technology of today's digital cameras. By pushing a few buttons, anyone crazy enough to bob around in a 6-8' high shore break can capture some amazing beauty in God's creation! But as the photos above reveal, the beauty only lasts for an instant. It seems impossible that things can … Continue reading It Only Takes an Instant
Using Math to Unlock Mysteries, Reveal God’s Beauty, and Interact With Others
The following is the sixth in a series of posts covering Shormann Mathematics, Algebra 1, the newest product from DIVE Math and Science! Click here to read the complete document that covers Shormann Math core ideas, course description, and Algebra 1 table of contents. Shormann Math teaches students that mathematics is the language of science, and therefore an important tool … Continue reading Using Math to Unlock Mysteries, Reveal God’s Beauty, and Interact With Others
Studying His Word and His Works 