Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Derivative Function

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete reference guide to derivative functions. It provides definitions, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
Lesson Plan
Shodor Education Foundation

Shodor Interactivate: Derivate

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Explores derivatives and the idea of infinity using a geometric interpretation of slope.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Illustrative Mathematics: F if Which Function?

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
For this task, students are presented with a graph and asked to identify the functions that could be represented by it and explain their thinking. The task addresses knowledge related to interpreting forms of functions derived by...
Activity
Lawrence Hall of Science

The Math Page: An Approach to Calculus: The Derivative

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the concept of derivative from the definition. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Article
The Balance

The Balance: An Introduction to the Financial Markets

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains what the different types of financial markets are, including stocks, bonds, commodities, and derivatives, as well as what the functions of financial markets are.
Unit Plan
Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Unit Circle

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Two hands-on lab activities for instructors to use when teaching about the coordinate graphs of the sine, cosine, and tangent functions derived from a unit circle. The graphs of the reciprocals of the three functions are investigated....