Curated OER
Tangent
In this tangent learning exercise, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include various tangent lines. They find the value of x using the tangent of each given angle of various triangles illustrated. Then, students identify and...
Curated OER
Math: Investigating Triangles
Tenth graders identify the trigonometric ratios for right angled triangles. Through independent investigation, they discover the constancy between the ratios of any two sides of similar triangles. In an alternative method, 10th graders...
Illustrative Mathematics
Satellite
Learners practice relating rules of trigonometry and properties of circles. With a few simplifying assumptions such as a perfectly round earth, young mathematicians calculate the lengths of various paths between satellite and...
Curated OER
Exploring Geometric Mean
Student identify the solution using geometric mean. In this geometry lesson, students create right triangles where the altitude of the triangle is the side containing the right angle. They modify shapes using Cabri software and observe...
Curated OER
Exploring Geometric Mean
Young scholars solve problems using geometric means. In this geometry lesson, students create altitudes in right triangles. They use Cabri software to move the triangle around and observe different sides and angles.
Curated OER
How High did My Rocket go?
Students shoot off a rocket and measure the trig ratios relation. In this geometry instructional activity, students practice using an inclinometer to figure out how high their rockets fly. They measure angles and height and relate it to...
Curated OER
Why We Study Trigonometry
Students investigate the different properties of trigonometry. In this precalculus lesson, students find the six different identities of trigonometric ratios. They relate the ratios to that of a right triangle and apply it to real life...
EngageNY
Why Call It Tangent?
Discover the relationship between tangent lines and the tangent function. Class members develop the idea of the tangent function using the unit circle. They create tables of values and explore the domain, range, and end behavior of...
Curated OER
Further Trigonometry
In this trigonometry learning exercise, students solve and complete 5 various types of problems. First, they find the exact ratios for each trigonometric function. Then, students use the expansion to find the exact value of a given trig...
Curated OER
Further Trigonometry
In this trigonometry worksheet, students solve for trigonometric functions. They convert between radians and angles using the properties of sine, cosine and tangent. There are 30 problems on this handout.
Curated OER
Intro to Trigonometry
After being introduced to the basic trigonometry functions, students calculate the height of school landmarks. They experiment with different angles to find the correct height.
Curated OER
Three Tangent Circles
In this tangent circles activity, students use pi to solve a problem involving tangent circles. This one-page activity contains 1 problem. The answer is provided at the bottom of the page.
Curated OER
Using Trigonometry
Fifth graders explore the use of trigonometry to find unknown sides and angles in right-angled triangles, taking the concepts that were developed in the previous unit and looking at different ways of practicing the new skills. Students...
Texas Instruments
The Leaning Tower of Pisa
Learners estimate the equation of a line, angle of elevation and depression in this math lesson plan. They analyze e famous landmark design and make connections to algebra and geometry. They will also generate an equation, model the x...
Curated OER
Launches for the Stars
Students are introduced to rockets and the space shuttle program. After viewing a 1960s show, they examine the role and history of NASA and how it evolved into having a space shuttle program. In groups, they create their own model rocket...
Curated OER
Whatcha Gunna Do When the Hulkster's Measuring Too??
Students measure using tools they have made. In this algebra lesson, students measure the height and distance using non-traditional measuring methods. They apply their findings to algebra and trigonometry properties of measurements.
Government of Alberta
Learn Alberta: Math Interactives: Exploring Trig Ratios
Investigate the cosine, sine, and tangent ratios of trigonometry using this interactive Learn Alberta math resource. Students will use these ratios to determine a right triangle's unknown side or angle. Be sure to follow the link to the...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Ratios in Right Triangles
The study of properties of right triangles is a major topic in mathematics. In this activity, you will investigate three common right triangle trigonometric ratios. [Requires Adobe Reader.]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Trigonometric Ratios in Right Triangles
Given the side lengths of a right triangle, find the sine, cosine, or tangent of one of the acute angles. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solve for a Side in Right Triangles
Given one side length and an acute angle in a right triangle, find another side using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Trigonometric Ratios in Right Triangles
Learn how to find the sine, cosine, and tangent of angles in right triangles.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solve for an Angle in Right Triangles
Given two sides in a right triangle, find one of the acute angles using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Special Triangle Ratios
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use right triangle ratios to solve for sides of triangles.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Right Triangle Word Problems
Demonstrates how to translate, set up, and solve basic right-triangle word problems.