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Taylor polynomial

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Reviewed:: Sep 3, 2025 by Mathematics

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Overview:: The user in this site can explore parametric curves, Bézier curves, surfaces, Taylor polynomials and so on.
Type of Material:: Animation
Recommended Uses:: This material would be best for individual review or investigation but could also be incorporated into a homework assignment.
Technical Requirements:: Any browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:: In this site, to change the function f, the degree and the point of the graph defining the value where the regular part of the Taylor polynomial of the function at the given order is calculated.
Target Student Population:: Calculus I/II or Differential Calculus students. Numerical Methods class can also benefit from this site.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:: Knowledge of Derivative, Basic Calculus, and Polynomial Functions.

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This material provides a complete demonstration of the concept.

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The site can be improved by adding more explanation, guidlines, or additional parts/references for users to refer to.

It should recommend some references to do a deep learning.

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Strengths:: This is a helpful site for a quick refresher or for individual study.
Concerns:: It should include the learning objectives in order the students to know what they can get from the topic and where they can apply it.

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Strengths:: This material is visually appealing and has very clear instructions.
Concerns:: None

Other Issues and Comments:: None
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