Module 2 Discussion: Matrices and Technology

Matrices and Technology

Technology, such as graphing calculators and online applets, can be incorporated to provide students with an alternate method to solve problems. In particular, a graphing calculator can be used when performing matrices operations.

In this discussion, please respond to the following questions:

1. How have you incorporated technology in this course?

2. Do you find that technology can be more useful or more harmful when performing complex math operations? Please explain your answer.

Each response must be at least three sentences. The grading rubric is below:

• 5 (A) - thoughtful discussion; demonstrates thorough understanding of content
• 4 (B) - adequate discussion; demonstrates partial understanding of content
• 3 (C) - limited discussion; demonstrates minimal understanding of content
• 0 (F) - no discussion