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- 7th - 12th
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Students determine the distance to an object by sighting a distant object from 2 different locations. They use trigonometry to determine an unknown distance. They, in groups, practice solving triangulation problems. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students analyze situations, check for limitations, and examine appropriate methods of solutions using trigonometry. They practice manipulating trigonometric functions and in substituting equivalent expressions, then work in small groups encouraging clas Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students examine and discuss techniques using trigonometric ratios for right triangles. They observe examples of trigonometric ratios, discuss alternative methods for checking their results, and complete a worksheet. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 6th - 8th
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Students work together to discover the use of the right triangle. They pretend they have a river to measure and estimate the width of it. They compare their results with their classmates. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students explore the basic concepts of beginning trigonometry. They encounter the basic trig functions, the importance of the 30-60 and 45-45 right triangles and the relation between degree measure and radian measure. Students encounter oblique triangles as well. They have practice problems to do throughout the unit in order to self-evaluate what they have studied. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students examine how navigation is based on mathematics and how making a mistake in measuring an angle could have an impact on a target. They observe a teacher-led lecture, use a calculator to complete two worksheets, and participate in a hands-on navigation demonstration on the field at school. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 6th - 8th
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Students calcute distances using trigonometry and angle measurements. They estimate the width of the Trig River, measure it and compare their results with their classmates. They collaborate with a group to research and find the results. Full Review »
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- 11th
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Students complete worksheet relating to right and equilateral triangles, discuss definition of trigonometric functions and locate functions on scientific calculator, and solve problems using sines and cosines. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th
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Students solve problems involving unknown sides and angles using trigonometric functions and the Pythagorean Theorem. They define key vocabulary terms, follow step-by-step examples modeled by the teacher, and independently complete a worksheet. Full Review »
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- 8th
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Students use prior knowledge and strategy to explore and attempt to solve a given trigonometry word problem. They complete hands-on labs in which they explore the relationship between the legs and hypotenuse in given triangles. Full Review »
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