This site provides users with a tool to understand and apply the cross product.
Type of Material:
Tutorial
Recommended Uses:
A supplement for a homework assignment or as a guide to a self-study. It can also be used as a group in-class activity.
Technical Requirements:
Any browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
To demonstrate the definition and some basic properties of vector cross product. The site also contains a set of practice questions named as "Mathopolis" to help users practice whatever they learned from this tutorial.
Target Student Population:
Undergraduate Multivariable Calculus students or General Physics II. Could be used as supplemental material for more advanced classes.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Current Multivariable or Vector Calculus or Prerequisite of Calculus II or General Physics I.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
This site offers a very clear display of two vectors being cross-multiplied and their product. The page itself is attractive and informative. There is a short animation explaining the geometrical disposition of the cross product. There is an extended explanation of the user actions as well as the background material (vector cross product). An example of the cross product of 2 vectors is also provided.
Concerns:
The site lacks interactivity.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
This can be used by Calculus III students to help with their homework. It can be used as a tool for self-guided study or activity. Instructors can also display this page during an in-class demonstration.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
The site is essentially a one page read. Everyone can use it without any problems.
Creative Commons:
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