Presentations made at the
2016 Seattle Joint Meetings of the AMS and MAA
from the contributed papers sessions on
Innovative and Effective Ways to Teach Linear Algebra

Talks from previous Joint Meetings

Friday morning, January 8, 2016

Online Linear Algebra Tools from the MAA Course Communities
    David Strong, Pepperdine University

Exploring linear algebra with technology while being crunched for time
    Mark Hughes, Brigham Young University

Using Matlab and Blended Learning Techniques for a Successful Linear Algebra Learning Experience
    Christina Lee, Oxford College of Emory University

Singular Value Decomposition: A thrilling inspiration in Linear Algebra
    Naima Naheed, Benedict College, Columbia, SC

Linear Algebra in the Formal World of Mathematical Thinking
    Sepideh Stewart, University of Oklahoma

Specific Examples, Generic Elements and Restricted Dimensions - Overcoming Student Roadblocks in Linear Algebra
    Jeffrey L. Stuart, Pacific Lutheran University

Friday afternoon, January 8, 2016

Eigenvalues and Singular Values in Theory and Practice
    Gil Strang, MIT
Also see Gil's Linear Algebra Site

Linear Algebra versus Conspiracy Theories
    Yevgeniy V. Galperin, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

A connection between skew projections and perspective projections
    Ton Boerkoel, DigiPen Institute of Technology

A New Approach of Mathematical Operations for Volume Matrices
    Mian Arif Shams Adnan, Ball University

Exploring personality profiles with matrices
    Christopher S Shaw, Columbia College Chicago

Ancient Greek Linear Algebra?
    Jody Sorensen, Augsburg College

A computer graphics module to reinforce basic linear algebra concepts and engage non-majors
    Karen E Clark, The College of New Jersey

Technology in Introductory Linear Algebra: Projects and Pedagogy
    Patrick R Gardner, Columbia Basin College

Use of Microsoft Excel for Gauss-Jordan Elimination
    Michael D Smith, Lycoming College

Dynamically Connecting Visual and Algebraic Representations of Linear Algebra Concepts Using GeoGebra
    James D. Factor, Alverno College

Applied MATLAB Projects for Linear Algebra Students
    Steve J Bacinski, Davenport University

Exploring Linear Algebra with Mathematica Labs
    Crista L Arangala, Elon University