As part of our effort to build understanding of, and the ability to use, Freshman science and engineering calculus, we introduce differential equations early. Midway through the year we ask students (possibly working in groups) to carry out research on differential equation modelling projects of their own devising.* Based on a presentation given at the Conference on the Teaching of Calculus held at Harvard University on 12#x2013;13 June 1992.
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