Part 2: Math Adventures With Matlab
This course merges math learning with coding to make both subjects more engaging. Students will use MATLAB to create interactive math puzzles, quizzes, and visualizations, reinforcing their math skills while learning how to code.
What's included
5 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 1-2 throughout the classAssessment
1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
What will be taught? This course combines math and coding in a fun and engaging way. Students will use MATLAB to create interactive math games, quizzes, and visualizations, making math concepts more accessible and enjoyable. What topics will you cover? MATLAB Basics: An introduction to MATLAB and basic math operations. Interactive Games: Building a number guessing game. Math Quizzes: Designing an interactive math quiz with scoring. Visualizing Math: Creating plots and visualizations of mathematical functions. Creative Projects: Developing a unique math puzzle or game. How class is structured? The course is structured over five lessons, each building on the previous one: Lecture and Demonstration (15-20 minutes): Introduce new topics and demonstrate coding examples. Hands-on Coding (15-20 minutes): Students will write and run their own code, applying the concepts discussed. Project Work (15- 20 minutes): As the course progresses, students will work on a simple project, which they will complete by the final lesson. Q&A and Recap (5-10 minutes): Each lesson ends with a review and an open session for questions. How I teach: I will use a combination of live demonstrations, interactive discussions, and guided coding exercises. Each lesson will focus on clear explanations followed by hands-on practice, allowing students to immediately apply what they've learned. Teaching style: My teaching style is supportive and interactive, encouraging students to experiment with coding while providing plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion. I focus on making the learning process engaging by breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps. How much will learners get to interact with me? Live Coding Sessions: Students will code along with me during the lessons. Interactive Discussions: Throughout the course, students can ask questions and discuss their ideas. Individual Support: During project work, I will provide personalized feedback and assistance.
Learning Goals
Students will improve their math skills while learning to program, making math more engaging and interactive.
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
ntroduction to MATLAB and Simple Math Operations
Students will get acquainted with MATLAB's interface and basic commands. They will learn to perform simple mathematical operations and create basic scripts to handle arithmetic calculations, laying the groundwork for more complex programming tasks.
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Building a Number Guessing Game
Students will develop a number guessing game where the program randomly selects a number and prompts the user to guess it. This lesson covers using loops, conditionals, and user input to create an interactive game that reinforces programming logic and control flow.
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Creating an Interactive Math Quiz
Students will design and implement an interactive math quiz using MATLAB. They will learn to create multiple-choice questions, handle user responses, and provide feedback. This lesson focuses on integrating user interface elements and basic programming constructs to create an engaging quiz.
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Visualizing Math Concepts
Students will explore MATLAB’s plotting capabilities to visualize mathematical concepts. This includes plotting functions, visualizing prime numbers, and other mathematical graphs. This lesson emphasizes using MATLAB’s graphical tools to enhance understanding of math concepts through visual representation.
60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will need to download the Octave (an open-source alternative to MATLAB) in order for them to be able access the lessons and practise the MATLAB coding that is done in each lesson. Please use the link below to download and install Octave free of charge.
https://octave.org/
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://octave.org/
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of West Indies
Bachelor's degree in Physics
I completed a Master's degree in Physics and Engineering in Medicine which focused on the use of Matlab in engineering.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $100 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
4-10 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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