Calculus CLEP® Prep Online

Calculus CLEP® Prep Online

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Calculus CLEP®* Prep

Award-winning professor Edward Burger teaches the fundamentals of Calculus in a series of dynamic, comprehensive video lessons. You'll learn the concepts of a one-semester Calculus 1 course you need to be successful in the College Calculus CLEP. Included in the course are two full-length, sample CLEP tests with answers and step-by-step feedback.  Prerequisites for this course are the completion of high school math through precalculus.

Over 2,900 colleges and universities award course credit for CLEP (College Level Examination Program) qualified exam results.  The Calculus CLEP exam is a 90-minute exam with 44 questions.  For more information on CLEP, see the College Board site.

*(CLEP® is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of this product. This course is designed for self-study preparation for the CLEP® exam and has not been audited by the College Board.)

Course Features

Video Lessons

101 engaging 5-20 minute video lessons
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Notes & Sample Problems

Illustrated course notes & sample problems
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Practice CLEP Tests

Two full-length practice CLEP tests
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Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Completion
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Course Overview

What you get

  • 12-month, online subscription to our complete Calculus CLEP
  • 100+ course lessons, each with a streaming video
  • Illustrated notes
  • Automatically graded drill-and-practice exercises with step-by-step answer feedback
  • Sample problems with solutions
  • Chapter & Practice tests
  • Two complete practice CLEP tests

How it works

  • Purchase Thinkwell's Calculus CLEP course through our online store
  • Create an account username and password which will give you access to the online Calculus CLEP course section
  • Activate your 12-month subscription when you're ready
  • Login to the course website to access the online course materials, including streaming video lessons, exercises, tests and more
  • Take a brief diagnostic that creates a fast-track plan for topics needing more study
  • Access your course anytime, anywhere, from any device
  • Your work is automatically tracked and updated in real-time
  • Grade reports and certificates of completion are available at request
  • View the course Getting Started Guide here.
Thinkwell's Calculus CLEP® Prep Author, Edward Burger

Learn from award-winning mathematician Dr. Edward Burger

It's like having a world-class college professor right by your side teaching you Calculus.

  • "Global Hero in Education" by Microsoft Corporation
  • "America's Best Math Teacher" by Reader's Digest
  • Robert Foster Cherry Award Winner for Great Teaching
Thinkwell's Calculus CLEP® Prep Table of Contents
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Limits (10%)

The Two Questions of Calculus
Average Rates of Change
Finding Rate of Change over an Interval
Finding Limits Graphically
The Limit Laws, Part I
The Limit Laws, Part II
One-Sided Limits
The Squeeze Theorem
Continuity and Discontinuity
Evaluating Limits
Limits and Indeterminate Forms
Two Techniques for Evaluating Limits
An Overview of Limits

Differential Calculus (50%)

An Introduction to Derivatives
Rates of Change, Secants, and Tangents
Finding Instantaneous Velocity
The Derivative
Differentiability
The Slope of a Tangent Line
Instantaneous Rate
The Equation of a Tangent Line
More on Instantaneous Rate
The Derivative of the Reciprocal Function
The Derivative of the Square Root Function
Computing Derivatives
Uses of the Power Rule
The Product Rule
The Quotient Rule
An Introduction to the Chain Rule
Using the Chain Rule
Combining Computational Techniques
The Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions
Derivatives of Exponential Functions
Evaluating Logarithmic Functions
The Derivative of the Natural Log Function
An Introduction to Implicit Differentiation
Finding the Derivative Implicitly
Using Implicit Differentiation
Applying Implicit Differentiation
Applications of Differentiation
Acceleration and the Derivative
Solving Word Problems Involving Distance and Velocity
Higher-Order Derivatives and Linear Approximation
Using the Tangent Line Approximation Formula
The Connection Between Slope and Optimization
The Fence Problem
The Box Problem
The Can Problem
The Wire-Cutting Problem
The Pebble Problem
The Ladder Problem
The Baseball Problem
The Blimp Problem
Curve Sketching
Three Big Theorems
Critical Points
Maximum and Minimum
Regions Where a Function Increases or Decreases
The First Derivative Test
Concavity and Inflection Points
Using the Second Derivative to Examine Concavity
Cusp Points and the Derivative
The Second Derivative Test

Integral Calculus (40%)

The Basics of Integration
Antidifferentiation
Antiderivatives of Powers of x
Antiderivatives of Trigonometric and Exponential Functions
Undoing the Chain Rule
Integrating Polynomials by Substitution
Integrating Composite Trigonometric Functions by Substitution
Integrating Composite Exponential and Rational Functions by Substitution
More Integrating Trigonometric Functions by Substitution
Approximating Areas of Plane Regions
Areas, Riemann Sums, and Definite Integrals
The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, Part I
The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, Part II
Illustrating the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Evaluating Definite Integrals
Applications of Differentiation
Antiderivatives and Motion
Gravity and Vertical Motion
Solving Vertical Motion Problems
The Area between Two Curves
Limits of Integration and Area
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Finding Areas
Regions Bound by Several Curves
Indeterminate Forms
Indeterminate Forms
An Introduction to L'Hôpital's Rule
Basic Uses of L'Hôpital's Rule
More Exotic Examples of Indeterminate Forms
L'Hôpital's Rule and Indeterminate Products
L'Hôpital's Rule and Indeterminate Differences
L'Hôpital's Rule and One to the Infinite Power
Another Example of One to the Infinite Power
Elementary Functions and Their Inverses
The Exponential and Natural Log Functions
Differentiating Logarithmic Functions
Logarithmic Differentiation
Derivatives of Inverse Functions
The Inverse Sine, Cosine, and Tangent Functions
The Inverse Secant, Cosecant, and Cotangent Functions
Evaluating Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Derivatives of Inverse Trigonometric Functions
More Calculus of Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Finding the Average Value of a Function
Exponential Growth
Logistic Growth
Radioactive Decay

CLEP Practice

CLEP Practice Exam 1
CLEP Practice Exam 2
Frequently Asked Questions for Thinkwell's Calculus CLEP® Prep

How do Thinkwell courses work?

Your student watches a 5-10 minute online video lesson, completes the automatically graded exercises for the topic with instant correct-answer feedback, then moves on to the next lesson! The courses are self-paced, or you can use the daily lesson plans. Just like a textbook, you can choose where to start and end, or follow the entire course.

When does my 12-month online subscription start?

It starts when you're ready. You can have instant access to your online subscription when you purchase online, or you can purchase now and start later.

Is Thinkwell Calculus CLEP Prep certified by the College Board®?

The College Board® doesn't certify textbooks or learning materials for CLEP exams. Their website suggests consulting college calculus textbooks for preparation. Thinkwell's Calculus by Dr. Burger has been in use at colleges for years.

Does my student get school credit for Thinkwell Calculus CLEP Prep®?

No, this course is specifically to prepare for the CLEP exam.

What’s the difference between the Thinkwell Calculus course and the Calculus CLEP Prep® version?

Thinkwell's Calculus CLEP Prep® covers only the material required for the CLEP exam.

What if my student needs access to the course for more than 12 months?

You can extend your subscription for $19.95/month.

Can I share access with more than one student?

The courses are designed and licensed to accommodate one student per username and password; additional students need to purchase online access. This allows parents to keep track of each student's progress and grades.

How long does it take to complete Thinkwell Calculus CLEP Prep®?

The pace of your course is up to you, but most students will schedule one semester.

Can I see my grade?

Thinkwell courses track everything your student does. When logged in, your student can click "My Grades" to see their progress.

How are grades calculated?

Because the course is specifically to prepare for the Calculus CLEP exam, a final grade is not calculated. Results for all assessments are tracked, however.

What is acceptable performance on the exams?

As a homeschool parent, you decide the level of performance you want your student to achieve; the course does not limit access to topics based on performance on prior topics.

Can I get a transcript?

Yes, there's a final grade report print option in the My Grades section. Contact techsupport@thinkwell.com with any questions.

What if I change my mind and want to do a different math course, can I change?

If you discover that you should be in a different course, contact techsupport@thinkwell.com within one week of purchase and we will move you to the appropriate course.

Can I print the exercises?

Yes, but completing the exercises online provides immediate correct answer feedback and automatic scoring, so we recommend answering the exercises online.

Are exercises multiple choice?

The exercises are multiple choice and they are graded automatically with correct answer solutions.

What is Thinkwell's Refund Policy?

We offer a full refund of 12-month subscription purchases within 14 days of purchase, no questions asked. For Essential Review courses, the refund period is 3 days. Optional printed materials are printed on demand and the sales are final.

How does my school review this course?

Should your school need to review a Thinkwell course for any reason, have the school contact techsupport@thinkwell.com and we can provide them access to a demo site.

Do I get credits for a Thinkwell course?

Generally, only schools can award credits, and Thinkwell is not a school. We can provide you with a certificate of completion and a grade report. However, if you’re pursuing credit with a particular school or institution, it might be helpful to know that Thinkwell math courses are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) as a Supplementary Education Program. For California students, Thinkwell is also an approved A-G online publisher.

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