An EnhancedODE Solver for REDUCE

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An Enhanced ODE Solver for REDUCE Francis J. Wright School of Mathematical Sciences Queen Mary and Westfield College, University of London Mile End Road, London E1 4NS, UK. E-mail: WWW: 1 May 1996 Abstract Work is in progress to extend the REDUCE package ODESOLVE for solving ordinary differential equations (ODEs). The latest version has a more user-friendly and flexible interface, allows conditions to be imposed on solutions and can solve some classes of nonlinear ODEs.

• arbconst
• ode
• modified version of the original odesolve package
• routine attempts
• odesolve
• transformations
• condition
• solution
• equation
• package

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• MacCallum
• Wright
• University of London
• Solution
• Package
• Équation

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• Nombre de lectures: 16
• Langue: English

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GardensSchoolofTechnologyArts st EducatingYoungInnovatorsforthe21Century

GardensSchoolofTechnologyArts isaK‐8charterschoolopeninginAugust2011.The school’smissionistoeducateandequipyounginnovatorsforsuccessintheinternational communityandglobaleconomy.

MuchofourcurrenteducationalsystemfollowsanIndustrialAgemodelthatissimplynot adequatetoprepareourchildrenforsuccessintheInformationAge.Weneedtoeducate st ourchildrenfor21centurysuccessandpositionthemforcareersinthefuturethatmay notyetexist.

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Overview |Gardens School of Technology Arts Inc. (SOTA) is a registered W HATISA C HARTER S CHOOL ? notforprofit corporation whose charter school application was approved by Charter schools are public schools the School Board of Palm Beach County on January 13, 2010. The school is of choice created through an scheduled to open its doors to students in August 2011. agreement or “charter” between the school and the local school Mission |Gardens School of Technology Arts exists to prepare and provide board. This agreement gives the charter school a measure of the tools and resources for young innovators with the 21st century skills they expanded freedom relative to need in order to succeed in an ever changing global environment. traditional public schools in return for a commitment to meet higher Vision |Our nonLearning should be a lifelong, rewarding adventure. standards of accountability. Many traditional learning model incorporates core academic subjects (reading, charter schools in Florida have writing and mathematics) enhanced by supplementary subjects offered as innovative missions with themed electives or infused within the core subject areas to engage learners and learning approaches focusing on provide essential skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, areas such as arts, sciences and communication and collaboration. technology. W HAT D ISTINGUISHESOUR C LASSROOMS & S TUDENTS ? SOTA is moving the classroom into a 21st century, Information Age Game Design (Programming) model. Using technology in a classroom (having a computer) isn’t the same as teaching technology and Robotics & EngineeringFine & Performing Arts its applications. We aim to empower students through the infusion of technology and a Core Subjects 21st century educational delivery Reading/Writing model to be creative and innovative. Mathematics Foreign Languages Entrepreneurship & Finance In contrast to an Information Age Science traditional classroom which Social Studies promotes conformity, uniformity and win/lose relationships, SOTA’s Information Age classroom model Digital Arts & Animation Ecoscience p r o m o t e s t a k i n g i n i t i a t i v e , communicating, innovating and Phys Ed & Exergaming win/win cooperative relationships.

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C HARTER S CHOOL F ACTS

• *59% of schools report they have a waiting list. • *198 is the average number of students on a charter school waiting list. • Florida ranks third in the na- tion in terms of the number of charter schools and total stu- dent enrollment in charter schools. * 2008 Annual Charter School Survey by The Center for Education Reform P ARTNERSHIPS

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C ORE S UBJECTS Mastery of core subjects is not only an essential minimum for student success but is also mandated by Florida Sunshine State Standards. The following subjects represent the core of our researchandevidencebased educational plan:

• • • •

Reading, Writing, Language Arts, Literature Mathematics Science Social Studies, Civics, Economics, Government, History, Geography

21 ST C ENTURY T HEMES In addition to the core subjects, SOTA’s educational plan is designed to keep students engaged in the learning process through the infusion of technology enriched curriculum and authentic, projectbased learning opportunities such as:

• Exergaming (TechnologyEnhanced Fitness) • Robotics & Engineering • Entrepreneurship & Finance • Game Design (Programming) • Digital Arts & Animation • Ecoscience • Social Media Communication

SOTA S UPPORT S YSTEMS As with any vibrant organization, a synergistic support system will be critical to our success. We have identified the following support systems:

• Standards and Assessments | FCAT, A+ School Rating, ResearchBased Curriculum • Professional Development and Innovative Teaching Model • Engaging Learning Environments • Family Involvement and Community Connections • Responsible and Accountable Leadership

F OR M ORE I NFORMATION

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I NDUSTRIAL A GE V . I NFORMATION A GE

Teachers

Classrooms

Learning Math

Students

E DUCATIONAL P HILOSOPHY Meet Emma. She was born in the Information Age. In order to succeed and excel in the lobal marketplace, she needs to acquire skills relevant to st 21 century communities and opportunities. Unfortunately, many schools are still operating under Industrial Age instructional models. Gardens School of Technology Arts will provide Emma a learning environment aligned with the Next Generation Florida Sunshine State Standards utilizing a framework st established by the Partnership for 21 Century Skills. This framework includes:

st Core subjects with 21 century themes

Learning and innovation skills

Information, media and technology skills

Life and career skills

st 21 century support systems

Our educational philosophy values diversity in the learning process. Multiple intelligences and different learning styles are supported, creativity and innovation are stimulated, and emphasis is placed upon immediate application within real life situations and through community involvement. Technologyrich tools and webbased enhancements bring the learning process into the future and bring engaging new dimensions to the classroom.

I NSTRUCTIONAL D ELIVERY M ODEL Gardens School of Technology Arts will utilize an innovative, researchbased instructional model adapted from Project CHILD (Changing How Instruction for Learning is Delivered). In this model, teachers serve as specialists in core academic areas across three grade levels, providing consistency for students as well as instructional expertise in reading, writing and mathematics. Other characteristics of this model include:

Projectbased, investigative learning

Differentiated instruction for multiple intelligences

Individual goals and daily learning portfolios

Integrated curriculum (core/arts/technology)

Critical thinking and problem solving

Collaboration and exchange of ideas

Global perspective and community involvement

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Grade C

Grade B

Grade A

O UR T EACHERS Our teaching staff will be comprised of individuals who are capable of both nurturing and challenging students. In addition to being formally certified, teachers will receive consistent, specialized professional development to foster an individualized approach to teaching children.

The model we are implementing will employ teachers who are specialists in one core academic area (reading, writing or math) to teach three grade levels. This teambased approach to education allows the instructional staff to specialize as well as provide continuity of instruction and personalized adaptation for students over three years. Social sciences, arts and technology will be integrated throughout. Paraprofessionals will provide support and allow the teachers to extend learning in small groups and onetoone instructional periods.

Educators at Gardens School of Technology Arts seek to tap each child’s potential and coach them into higher achievements than even the students themselves would have thought possible.

C LASS S IZES The school will adhere to current legislated limits for class sizes. Utilizing the educational delivery model adapted from Project CHILD, there will be many periods of the day when children will enjoy smaller group ratios and even onetoone instruction, in order that we might provide the kind of individualized educational experience that will assist each child in meeting and exceeding personal goals.

A SSESSMENT & T ESTING As a public charter school, we are required to participate in FCAT. However, our approach to preparing students for success on standardized tests is to set goals higher than the tests and help the children achieve those goals. Our intent is to provide a rich, engaging learning environment so that FCAT skills development is a natural outflow of the students’ pursuit of individual goal achievement. Of course, FCAT may necessitate additional coaching for some students, and we will ensure that this assistance is provided.

Assessment and progress tracking will occur on a daily basis as part of each child’s personalized learning plan. The school will utilize systematic and comprehensive assessments, both formally and informally, and parents will be kept apprised of their child’s accomplishments and of any areas needing additional support.

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F REQUENTLY A SKED Q UESTIONS W HAT I SA C HARTER S CHOOL ? Charter schools are public schools of choice created through an agreement or “charter” between the school and the local school board. This agreement gives the charter school a measure of expanded freedom relative to traditional public schools in return for a commitment to meet higher standards of accountability. Many charter schools in Florida have innovative missions with themed learning approaches focusing on areas such as arts, sciences and technology. W HAT I STHE S CHOOL T UITION ? A charter school is publicly funded, so there is no tuition charged for students to attend. We are continually fundraising in order to fund our startup and capital needs, much of which are not covered by public funding. Additionally, donations may be requested from our families to help replenish consumable items or support special student projects that are not adequately funded. W HAT G RADES A RE O FFERED ? Gardens School of Technology Arts is approved for Kindergarten through Grade 8. The school is scheduled to open in August 2011 and is currently accepting applications for students entering Kindergarten through Grade 6. W HAT A RETHE C LASS S IZES ? The school will adhere to current legislated limits for class sizes. Utilizing the educational delivery model adapted from Project CHILD, there will be many periods of the day when children will enjoy smaller group ratios and even onetoone instruction, in order that we might provide the kind of individualized educational experience that will assist each child in meeting and exceeding personal goals. H OW W ILLTHE T EACHING S TAFF B E D IFFERENT ? The model we are implementing will employ teachers who are specialists in one core academic area (reading, writing or math) to teach three grade levels. This teambased approach to education allows the instructional staff to specialize as well as provide continuity of instruction and personalized adaptation for the students over three years. Social sciences, arts and technology will be integrated. Paraprofessionals will provide support and allow the teachers to extend learning in small groups and onetoone instructional periods. Educators at Gardens School of Technology Arts seek to tap each child’s potential and coach them into higher achievements than even the students themselves would have thought possible.

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F REQUENTLY A SKED Q UESTIONS W ILL M Y C HILD S TILL H AVETO T AKETHE FCAT? As a public charter school, we are required to participate in FCAT. However, our approach to preparing students for success on standardized tests is to set goals higher than the tests and help the children achieve those goals. Our intent is to provide a rich, engaging learning environment so that FCAT skills development is a natural outflow of the students’ pursuit of individual goal achievement. Of course, FCAT may necessitate additional coaching for some students, and we will ensure that this assistance is provided. H OW D O I E NROLL M Y C HILD ? The first step in enrollment is to complete an application for your child. Once you have submitted the application, an interview will be scheduled in order to discuss the unique nature of the school as well as your child’s particular educational needs and goals. Please visit our website or contact the school office for application information. W HERE I STHE S CHOOL ? The school is located on the campus of Covenant Centre International, the building with the large copper roof off the northeast corner of I95 and Northlake Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. The school map below illustrates in orange the layout of the classrooms and labs.

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