This is a video about the “Jerk” which is the third derivative of position over time. It uses a car ride as an example to demonstrate what the “Jerk” is.
Type of Material:
Presentation
Recommended Uses:
This is meant to be a fun supplement to the topic of higher order derivatives.
Technical Requirements:
On YouTube, so it works on any device with access to internet connection (cell phone data).
Identify Major Learning Goals:
To obtain a physical idea of what the third derivative is.
Target Student Population:
Calculus and General Physics 1 students.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
The geometric idea (interpretation) of the derivative.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This video is a very user-friendly way of learning about the nature of the third derivative of position over time. It uses very simple graphics which sets a very relaxed tone. The closed captioning is accurate and the pace is fast and not drawn out. The video speeds up when the information is very simple and slows down when the content becomes more difficult. The writing includes several colors making it clear to understand and more interesting.
Concerns:
It would be helpful to have a link in the video description that goes to the mathematical content that the video is covering.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
This is a very friendly way for students to learn about the third derivative. From beginning to end, the video keeps it light but does refer to the third derivative in relation to the car’s motion and how one feels as the car moves. This can be used either as an introduction to the third derivative or as a break from the somewhat dry material of calculus.
Concerns:
It would help to have some discussion of the first and second derivative and how they can be “felt” by a passenger in a car.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Since this is a YouTube video, all a student has to do is go to the link and watch it. The author did a nice job in using multimedia to keep the students engaged and interested.
Concerns:
None
Creative Commons:
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