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Population Growth
This nugget explains the different growth models in population ; exponential growth and logistic growth and their attributes
Curated Video
Understanding Exponential Decay
In this video, the concept of exponential decay and the half-life of radioactive elements, specifically cesium-137, are explained. The video demonstrates how to use an exponential decay function to predict the amount of cesium-137...
Curated Video
Creating and Graphing Exponential Relationships Using a Table of Values
In this lesson, students will learn how to create and graph exponential relationships by using a table of values. They will explore the concept of exponential growth and decay, and understand how to translate it into an equation.
Curated Video
Exponential Growth: How Random Acts of Kindness Spread
In this lesson, students will learn about the power of exponential growth through the example of a chain of random acts of kindness. They will explore how a single compliment can lead to a cascade of compliments, multiplying rapidly over...
Curated Video
Understanding Exponential Growth Functions
In this video lesson, students will learn about exponential growth functions and how they can be represented using factors and intervals. The lesson demonstrates how the base and exponent in an exponential function determine the rate of...
SciShow
The Science of Overpopulation
The population of the US increased 300 percent in the 20th century, but the use of raw materials increased by 1,700 percent. Explore human population growth over time with a video that examines the history of why such growth has occurred...
Bozeman Science
r and K Selection
Some species have one gender that is r-selected while the other is K-selected. A video focuses on growth rate and the difference between r-selected species and K-selected species. It includes a discussion of fecundity and carrying...
Khan Academy
Exponential Growth Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Algebra II
Sal solves several problems involving exponential growth functions for two reasons. First, he aims to familiarize viewers with the process, particularly for those who find exponents challenging or daunting. Second, Sal wants to show how...
Khan Academy
Exponential Growth and Decay Word Problems, Algebra II |
Concepts from the last few videos, particularly exponential growth and decay functions, are covered in this video about word problems. Viewers can apply their new (or growing) algebraic knowledge to solve the word problems along with Sal.
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 7 Section 5 Part 4
Transitioning between algebra and geometry is no problem for Sal as he deftly solves these practice SAT problems. Mathematicians who have a hard time moving between skill sets will appreciate the way that Sal addresses each new problem...
Flipped Math
Exponential Growth and Decay
Here's everything one ever wanted to know about exponential growth and decay in one thorough lesson. A video lesson presents the basics of exponential growth and decay and then applies the information to word problems. The lesson wraps...
Flipped Math
Percent Change
Change the way the class looks at percent change. Scholars learn to write exponential functions from given information about percent change and to solve real-world problems involving the concept. They also see how to identify the initial...
Flipped Math
Calculus AB/BC - Exponential Models with Differential Equations
Exponential models come with a shortcut. Pupils watch an example of how to determine if a differential equation is an exponential model. Learners realize the solution is in the same formula, allowing for a quick way to determine the...
Flipped Math
Linear vs. Exponential
Linear or exponential?. Learners watch an informative video comparing situations that may be modeled by either a linear or exponential relationship. Pupils determine the type of relationship and then create a function that models the...
Flipped Math
Exponential Decay
The values keep getting smaller—quickly! Pupils watch a video that contrasts exponential decay with exponential growth from the first lesson in the unit. Learners identify exponential functions that are decaying and create graphs of...
Flipped Math
Exponential Growth
They grow by leaps and bounds. Learners watch a quick review on function notation as they prepare to learn more about exponential growth. Using their knowledge from sequences, pupils find out whether a function is linear or exponential,...
Krista King Math
Continuous Compounding Interest
My great-great-great-grandfather would owe how much? The resource provides a scenario of finding the amount due on a library fine compounded continuously one hundred years later. The presenter substitutes values into the exponential...
Teacher's Pet
Population Dynamics
Some scientists believe the earth is already over its carrying capacity for humans. The video explains what a carrying capacity is and the limiting factors to consider. It also teaches how to calculate growth rate, interpreting growth...
Bozeman Science
Communities
What do you get if you cross ants with ticks? All kinds of antics! Video discusses the structure of the classifications in ecology. Then it covers the ways communities can be measured before discussing an example of leaf cutter ants...
Bozeman Science
Logistic Growth
A video on logistic growth begins with a review of exponential growth before moving on to limiting factors. This naturally leads to a decrease in the growth rate and a discovery of carrying capacity.
Bozeman Science
Exponential Growth
How does a rabbit keep his fur looking good? With hare spray! Here is a video that begins with the concept of exponential growth, modeling it through four generations of rabbits. It includes two different methods to solve growth rate...
Crash Course
Human Population Growth
The total world population is predicted to pass 8 billion by 2025, which is less than 10 years from now. The video focuses on human population growth and the impact it has had and is having on our planet and other populations. It...
Crash Course
Population Ecology: The Texas Mosquito Mystery
While 80 percent of people with West Nile Virus show no symptoms, in severe cases, it causes death by infecting the membranes around the spinal cord and brain. The video starts by making population ecology relevant. It includes density...
Curated OER
STEMbite: Exponential Growth
When your biology or ecology class is studying populations, show this video to explain the concept of exponential growth. You could also use it with a math class. A nice addition would be to read the children's book, The Rajah's Rice: A...