1. The Great Calculus Debate
Newton – vs- Leibniz

2. Objectives
Students will be able to confidently discuss the argument regarding the Newton/Leibniz controversy of the founder of Calculus
Students will understand the timeline under which these two mathematicians began creating Calculus
Students will learn the differences in the notation styles of Newton and Leibniz
Students will develop a digital story supporting historical facts in the controversy

3. Teacher Preparation
Read the attached document to familiarize yourself with the history of the controversy
Examine the notation styles of Newton and Leibniz
Familiarize yourself with or similar digital storytelling software
Be prepared to facilitate a student discussion about Newton and Leibniz

4. Student Activities
Student groups will research Newton, Leibniz, and the Calculus controversy
Student groups will create a digital story to present their research and give their perspective on the debate
Students will work problems using both notation styles

5. Extensions
Cross-curricular project with Civics with a mock trial to determine the priority of the Calculus
Create a timeline showing the work of Newton, Leibniz, and significant historical and mathematical events of their time

6. Xtranormal Digital Storytelling
The story
Xtranormal Digital Storytelling