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Networks and Matrix Arithmetic

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Doubling a network or combining two networks is quick and easy when utilizing matrices. Learners continue the network example in the second lesson of this series. They practice adding, subtracting, and multiplying matrices by a scalar...
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Vectors and Translation Maps

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Discover the connection between vectors and translations. Through the lesson, learners see the strong relationship between vectors, matrices, and translations. Their inquiries begin in the two-dimensional plane and then progress to the...
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Determining Discrete Probability Distributions 2

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Investigate how long-run outcomes approach the calculated probability distribution. The 10th installment of a 21-part module continues work on probability distributions from the previous instructional activity. They pool class data to...
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Unit Circle Lesson Plan

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students identify different locations on a unit circle. In this precalculus instructional activity, students identify the different trig properties and rewrite the equation of a circle in standard form. They use mnemonic devices to...
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Precalculus Pretest

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners complete a pretest as practice for their review. In this precalculus lesson, students find the distance between points and the trigonometric identity of the sine, cosine and tangent. They solve problems using complex and...
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Exploring Vertical Asymptotes

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scholars identify the domain of a rational function in this precalculus lesson. They identify the removable discontinuity and label what will make the denominator zero. Learners also describe properties of the graph as it relates to the...
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Distance and Complex Numbers 2

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Classmates apply midpoint concepts by leapfrogging around the complex plane. The 12th instructional activity in a 32 segment unit, asks pupils to apply distances and midpoints in relationship to two complex numbers. The class develops a...
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Why Are Vectors Useful? 2

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Investigate the application of vector transformations applied to linear systems. Individuals use vectors to transform a linear system translating the solution to the origin. They apply their understanding of vectors, matrices,...
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Projecting a 3-D Object onto a 2-D Plane

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Teach how graphic designers can use mathematics to represent three-dimensional movement on a two-dimensional television surface. Pupils use matrices, vectors, and transformations to model rotational movement. Their exploration involves...
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Complex Numbers and Transformations

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Your learners combine their knowledge of real and imaginary numbers and matrices in an activity containing thirty lessons, two assessments (mid-module and end module), and their corresponding rubrics. Centered on complex numbers and...
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Vectors and the Equation of a Line

For Students 11th - 12th Standards
Represent linear equations in both two and three dimensions using parametric equations. Learners write parametric equations for linear equations in both two and three variables. They graph and convert the parametric equations to...
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More of DeMoivre's Theorem

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students identify DeMoivre's Theorem. In this precalculus instructional activity, students derive the law of sine and cosine as it relates to DeMoivre's Theorem. They identify the best time to use these formulas.
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Law of Sines Word Problems

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students solve word problems using the law of sines. In this precalculus lesson, students work in groups as they define vocabulary terms. They apply the formula of sine to answer and solve problems.
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Law of Sines and Cosines

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students solve problems using sine and cosine. For this precalculus lesson, students apply the properties of sine and cosine to solve non-right triangle problems. They use Heron's Law to find the area of a shape.
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Sine and Cosine

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students solve problems using sine and cosine. In this precalculus lesson, students solve word problems using sine and cosine. They identify where it is appropriate to laws of sine and cosine and where to use the Pythagorean Theorem.
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Concepts in Precalculus 1: Trigonometry

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students investigate trigonometry.  In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus/Trigonometry lesson, students explore Islamic achievements in mathematics as they calculate angles and distances using the Law of Sines and the Law of...
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Graphs of the OTHER Trig Functions

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students graph trigonometric functions. In this precalculus lesson, students identify the properties of secant ,cosecant and cotangent. They use the unit circle as their formula to graph and analyze these functions.
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Particle Motion1

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students analyze piecewise functions. In this precalculus lesson, students identify the position, velocity and distance. They analyze the relationship between the graph, its position and velocity.
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Particle Motion 2

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students analyze the motion of a particle along a straight line. In this precalculus lesson, students use the TI to analyze the position of a function as they graph and visualise the function. They calculate the distance and...
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Absolute Value

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve equations with absolute value bars. In this precalculus lesson, students graph and identify the vertex and translation of absolute value functions. They match equations with given graphs.
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Dynagraphs

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students collect and graph their data. In this precalculus lesson, students identify the input and out of a function. They find the domain and range and the inverse of a function.
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Crossing the Asymptote

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate graphs and their asymptotes. In this precalculus lesson, students examine the numerator and denominator of their rational functions. This helps them identify where and when the graph will cross its asymptote.
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Logarithmic Transformations of Data

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate and study logarithmic equations. In this precalculus lesson plan, students analyze the data behind the function. They define each graph as positive, negative or no correlation. They find the line of best fit.
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Slope and Tangent

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars differentiate between the slope and the tangent of the horizontal. In this precalculus lesson, students examine slopes created by tangent lines. They observe the angle formed using properties of the unit circle.