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Comprehending the Symbols of Definite Integral and Teaching Strategy  

Choi, Jeong-Hyun (Daeryun High School)
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Journal for History of Mathematics / v.24, no.3, 2011 , pp. 77-94 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study aims to provide a teaching strategy accommodating the symbols of the definite integral and guiding students through the meaning of notations in area and volume calculations, based on characterization as to how students comprehend the symbols used in the Riemann sum formula and the definite integral, and their interrelationship. A survey was conducted on 70 high school students regarding the historical background of integral symbols and the textbook contents designated for the definite integral. In the following analysis, the comprehension was qualified by 5 levels; students in higher levels of comprehension demonstrated closer relation to the history of integral notations. A teaching strategy was developed accordingly, which suggested more desirable student understanding on the concept of definite integral symbols in area and volume calculations.
Keywords
Definite Integral; the Symbols of Definite Integral;
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