Functional dependence - Additional resources
One of the most important ideas IPLS students need to learn is that equations are not just calculational tools; they represent relationships between physical variables that change together (co-vary)—their functional dependence. Understanding this sort of relationship is rarely emphasized in introductory mathematics classes, and students who have not yet learned to blend conceptual ideas with mathematical symbols may not see the relevance and power of this idea. This unit offers a collection of readings, activities, and problems that can help students learn to use functional dependence productively.
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