Make connections with linear algebra. The video introduces the concept of linear algebra and its geometric underpinnings. The resource makes the case that a complete understanding of linear algebra topics should include geometric understandings, computations, and uses. The presentation is the first of a series of 15.

Concepts

linear algebra, matrix operations, matrices, math concepts, geometric

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use at the beginning of a Linear Algebra class
• Take a typical algebra topic and show its geometric representation, such as transformations of graphs of functions

Classroom Considerations

• Class should be familiar with the terms vector, sine, and series
• The formula for the determinant given in the animation at :30 is not correct 

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Contains closed captioning
• Includes animations to keep the viewers' attention

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSN-VM.C.8 MP2 MP8