The calculation of derivatives is a key topic in all differential calculus courses, both in school and in the first year of university. It’s also an essential tool used continuously in advanced courses, not only in Mathematical Analysis but in many technical and scientific subjects.
Last but not least, derivatives are the fundamental tools of all optimization algorithms, including those used in machine learning and deep learning.
This course aims to teach the techniques and rules for calculating the derivatives of any function in a simple yet comprehensive way, ensuring zero mistakes!
Lessons are packed with examples and visuals to clarify techniques, along with exercises to reinforce learning.
Additionally, we explore the integration of Geogebra and Wolfram Alpha to enhance understanding of derivatives and support calculations, and show how ChatGPT can create dynamic learning experiences and personalized practical sessions.
The course includes video lectures (Week 1), solved exercises (Week 2), in-depth notes (Week 3), tutorial for using the digital tools (Week 4) and a final self-assessment quiz.
In this week, you'll find 9 video lessons on the concept of derivatives, their geometric interpretation, elementary derivatives, and the rules of differentiation.
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9 Videos
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9 Videos•Insgesamt 68 Minuten
Definition of derivative•8 Minuten
Table of elementary derivatives•7 Minuten
Derivative of a sum•7 Minuten
Product rule•8 Minuten
Quotient rule•7 Minuten
Composition rule•8 Minuten
Derivative of an inverse function•8 Minuten
Elementary derivatives: logarithm, exponential and power functions•5 Minuten
Elementary derivatives: sin(x) and other trigonometric functions•10 Minuten
Week 2 - Suggested Exercises
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In this week, you'll find a video-exercise and 11 exercises, complete with detailed solutions, which you can work on independently to strengthen your skills. These exercises are not graded.
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1 Video12 Lektüren
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1 Video•Insgesamt 12 Minuten
Derivative exercises•12 Minuten
12 Lektüren•Insgesamt 120 Minuten
Suggested exercise•10 Minuten
Exercise 1•10 Minuten
Exercise 2•10 Minuten
Exercise 3•10 Minuten
Exercise 4•10 Minuten
Exercise 5•10 Minuten
Exercise 6•10 Minuten
Exercise 7•10 Minuten
Exercise 8•10 Minuten
Exercise 9•10 Minuten
Exercise 10•10 Minuten
Exercise 11•10 Minuten
Week 3 - Insights
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This week, you'll find some extra insights on derivatives to help you dive deeper into the topic. Make the most of it to boost and broaden your knowledge!
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6 Lektüren•Insgesamt 60 Minuten
Insights: How to tackel them•10 Minuten
Derivative of the logarithm of the absolute value•10 Minuten
Derivative of the composition•10 Minuten
Derivative of the inverse•10 Minuten
Derivative of the modulus of x•10 Minuten
Differentiability and continuity•10 Minuten
Week 4 - Digital Tools
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4 Lektüren
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4 Lektüren•Insgesamt 40 Minuten
Digital tools•10 Minuten
Using ChatGPT as your Virtual Tutor•10 Minuten
Wolfram Alpha•10 Minuten
Geogebra•10 Minuten
Challenge yourself
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In this section, you'll find 15 exercises: answer at least 60% correctly to earn your Certificate of Accomplishment!
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