Manga Guide to Linear Algebra—Changing the Way Students Think

As we try to find ways to promote mathematics and science among our students, we look to technologies, software, apps inquiry learning, online courses, and engaging resources such as those offered by Shmoop and the No Starch Press. No Starch creates cartoon-type guides that are designed to encourage students to take an interest in and learn the principles of physics, calculus, electricity, molecular biology, relativity, the universe, biochemistry, and databases. The latest offering, The Manga Guide to Linear Algebra features 260+ pages that help “math and computer science students wrap their brains around a tricky required course—linear algebra.” Students read the book, which is actually a story about a student and her karate-crazed tutor and, along the way, master the concepts of linear algebra. If you are interested in browsing the Manga guides, you can request sample copies.