I bet everyone here has at some point or the other referred to the web to get more information on some kind of homework or project - from getting more references, to getting tips on solving problems. I was looking at web delivery of math since that has been the focus of my blog entries this week (except the podcasting one :-P). I came across this website which has abundant types of math problems and their solutions. The best part about the site was that it wont solve complex calculus problems but sometimes when a student is stuck on basics, this site will be a blessing in disguise. Once you select the kind of problem you want more information about (I chose integration calculus) and input some sample data, it gives you detailed step by step solution while explaining even the simplest steps - it's like having an online tutor!
I thought that having a similar site with some sample problems which relate to the math subjects taught at UF will be a good solid step in progressing towards online tutoring. This will help the students get help 24/7 with their basic problems. Since the tutors know which problems are most common and also what are the best steps to solve them, we can draft the whole site according to their feedback!
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ournal of STEM Education Volume 11 • Issue 1 & 2 January-June 2010. 82. Teaching Math Problem Solving Using a Web-based. help me with math
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