Online Calculus 2 / Differential Equations for Credit?

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The discussion focuses on finding online courses for Calculus 2 and Differential Equations that offer transferable credit to a university. The user is exploring options such as MIT's OpenCourseWare and Khan Academy but requires a self-paced format due to their circumstances. They are also considering various institutions, including Coastline Community College and Canadian universities, while emphasizing the importance of a solid foundation in Calculus 2 before tackling Differential Equations. Affordability is a significant concern, with the user seeking cost-effective solutions.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Calculus 1 concepts
  • Familiarity with online learning platforms
  • Knowledge of university credit transfer policies
  • Basic research skills for evaluating online courses
NEXT STEPS
  • Research self-paced online courses for Calculus 2 at Coastline Community College
  • Explore online Differential Equations courses at Canadian universities
  • Investigate the course offerings at UC Berkeley Extension for math courses
  • Compare pricing and curriculum details of online courses from Athabasca University and the University of North Dakota
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Students seeking online math courses for credit transfer, individuals needing flexible learning options due to personal circumstances, and anyone interested in enhancing their mathematics knowledge in Calculus and Differential Equations.

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Hello all! As it turns out, I have a condition that requires me to not be at a physical university this semester, but I would like to try and catch up a bit and also need to make my time off more productive.

I would like to take a couple of math courses, particularly Calculus 2 and Differential Equations. Calc 2 is more important but both would be nice. I have checked out MIT's OCW and Khan Academy- they look wonderful! However, I would like to get transferable credit to a university. Unfortunately, my university will not accept transfer credits from a community college, but they do offer a placement test that would allow me to place out if I have sufficient knowledge, so it is not out of the question. Also I feel it would be helpful to have tests and accountability- please don't think this is a reflection on my intelligence. I DO enjoy learning, but I can't see myself self studying.

I live in NYS, and am already paying $1300 for an out of state physics course (NCSU, highly recommend). Affordability is somewhat an issue but I expect to pay a decent amount.
Most important I suppose is that it is self-paced, as most semester based classes have begun.

I really appreciate anyone taking the time to read, and any responses would be very helpful. Thank you so much!
 
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Coastline Community College might have one.
 
Hi! Thanks for the suggestions. Definitely considering the Canadian one; unfortunately the Coasline Com. College one has already started.

@ Sankaku- I definitely would plan on doing Calc 2 first; however, I've learned a good portion of the material already, and thought perhaps if the courses are self paced I could finish Calc 2 and then move on before next semester. But thanks for letting me know.

Also in my research I've found these-

http://extension.berkeley.edu/cat/course173.html
http://netmath.uiuc.edu/courses
http://distance.und.edu/collegecourse/?id=math166open
http://www.is.lsu.edu/coursefactsheet.asp?nid=301&Rubric=MATH&CourseNr=1552&Version=U ($346.00 = cheap!)I suppose I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with these (or any other). Should I just go for the cheapest one I can find? Seems like most cover the same things.

Thank you again!
 
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