Welcome to MCV4U

Calculus and Vectors

Agenda

• Land acknowledgement
• Welcome to the course!
• What to expect this year
• How to be successful this year
• Additional resources

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1. Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

We would like to acknowledge that the land on which we are gathered today was used by the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and the Neutral People. We also acknowledge the enduring presence and deep traditional knowledge, laws, and philosophies of the indigenous people with whom we share this land today.

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2. Welcome to the Course

What is this thing called Calculus and Vectors?

My Commitment to You

1. Lower your anxiety about our new normal
2. Make sure you feel cared about
3. Make you laugh
4. Ensure you are successful
5. Teach you something

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In that order

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Sharing Time

• Not everyone will be comfortable sharing in a large group - and that’s ok
• You are responsible for following the digital use code for the WRDSB
• Welcome different opinions and viewpoints
• Own your intentions and your impact
• Lean into discomfort - a conversation may not be resolved all the time
• Actively listen

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Getting to Know Each Other

Fill out the following Desmos activity

https://student.desmos.com/join/khtgxv

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If you missed this morning’s session, please fill it out when you get the chance!

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Sharing Time

• Share something that you are excited about for this coming quadmester

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Sharing Time

• Share something that you are excited about for this coming quadmester
• Share something that you are nervous about for this coming quadmester

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Sharing Time

• Share something that you are excited about for this coming quadmester
• Share something that you are nervous about for this coming quadmester
• Share a goal for this year

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Sharing Time

• Share something that you are excited about for this coming quadmester
• Share something that you are nervous about for this coming quadmester
• Share a goal for this year
• Share a goal for university

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Welcome!

• Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
• Prerequisite (must have passed already)
• Grade 11 Functions (MCR3U)
• Corequisite (already passed or currently taking)
• Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
• Calculus and Vectors is a necessary course for many university programs
• Engineering
• Most sciences
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Finance

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What is Calculus?

• The mathematics of change
• Requires thorough understanding of algebra, graphing, number sense, and mathematical fearlessness
• Used throughout engineering, sciences, mathematics, and business courses

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What is Vectors?

• Mathematics of objects that move
• And - an abstraction that keeps track of mathematical information
• This seems intense!
• But for now, we can think of this like solving systems of equations in grade 10

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Who am I?

• Mr Fryer-Davis
• 14 years teaching math and computer science
• 9 years in computer industry
• Specialized in systems, protocols, and algorithms
• 2 adult sons (Peter, 26, Christian, 24)
• 1 grandson (Lochlan, 1)

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3. What to Expect This Year

What does each day look like?

How is the Course Structured?

• Distance education through D2L/Brightspace
• 22 contact days
• Friday Sep 11 - Friday Nov 13
• Calendar is here
• Each contact day runs from 8:30-2:15
• There is a mix of synchronous and asynchronous learning each day
• More information at https://www.wrdsb.ca/returntoschool/distance-learning-programs/secondary-distance-learning-program/secondary-distance-learning-program-sdlp-guide/

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Daily Schedule

• 1 - 2 synchronous lessons daily
• Will be recorded and then can be referred to later
• 8:30 am, 11:15 am
• Remaining time
• Asynchronous lessons,
• Supported Q & A
• Small group work
• Independent learning time

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Quadmester Units

• Limits
• Derivatives
• Optimization and Related Rates
• Vectors
• Lines and Planes

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Assessment

• Conversations and observations
• Check-ins
• Multiple choice forms
• Every few days
• Assignments/Tests
• Long answer
• Submitted asynchronously
• Approx every 5 days
• Assessment integrity

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4. How to be Successful?

You can thrive in this environment!

What Makes a Successful Student?

• Write down suggestions in the jamboard

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What Makes a Successful Student?

• Try to learn new things
• Different approaches may be required
• What is the big idea of the concept
• Setting and tracking goals
• Working hard - and timely
• If there are problems, try and get help
• Learning from mistakes
• Persistence
• Work on the challenging areas first
• Taking notes by hand
• Effective learning environment
• Task lists
• Take care of your own mental health
• Maintain optimism in the face of challenges
• Marathon, not a sprint - daily small tasks instead of one big task
• Have confidence in your results

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5. Additional Resources

Where can I find more information?

Additional Administrative Resources

• D2L/Brightspace (the online platform)
• https://wrdsb.elearningontario.ca/
• https://www.d2l.com/d2l-supports-parents/
• WRDSB Resources
• https://www.wrdsb.ca/returntoschool/distance-learning-programs/secondary-distance-learning-program/secondary-distance-learning-program-sdlp-guide/

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Mathematical Resources

• Desmos.com
• Wolframalpha.com
• MHF Questions

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Credits

Special thanks to all the people who made and released these awesome resources for free:

• Presentation template by SlidesCarnival
• Photographs by Unsplash

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