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Nathan Klingbeil and his colleagues at Wright State University have found a way to double the graduation rate of engineering students. The key element is modifying how and when calculus is taught, so that it is not a barrier to learning but is in sync with how budding engineers solve problems.<\/p>\n
\u201cMathematicians have a unique ability to really understand things in an abstract way and appreciate the elegance of math,\u201d he said. \u201cThe problem is the average person has no idea what they are talking about.\u201d Most students, particularly engineers, are oriented towards the physical world. \u201cThat is what they can wrap their arms around.\u201d<\/p>\n
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