...Its also important for students to see what mathematics does. The most common question I hear is, "Why are we learning this?" or "Why is this useful?". I've found most of my students learn the material better if you give them an application for it. (read more)
...I have professional experience in using linear algebra and matrix methods to solve problems in aerospace engineering -- specifically, problems in aircraft and spacecraft navigation. My Ph.D. dissertation involved quadratic forms and eigenvalue-based methods of analyzing interactions between the ... (read more)