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EngageNY

Interpreting Quadratic Functions from Graphs and Tables

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Seeing functions in nature is a beautiful part of mathematics by analyzing the motion of a dolphin over time. Then take a look at the value of a stock and maximize the profit of a new toy. Explore the application of quadratics by...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 13 - Derivative

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this derivative of a power worksheet, students compare derivatives of functions, and graph functions. This one-page worksheet contains five multi-step problems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 9 - Functions

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this function worksheet, students explain continuous and noncontinuous function and graph derivatives. This two-page worksheet contains seven multi-step problems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 2: Graphs, Functions and Derivatives

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students answer 7 questions having to do with graphing derivatives of functions, rectilinear motion, speed and distance.
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Comparing Linear Functions and Graphs

For Students 8th Standards
How can you compare linear functions? The seventh installment of a 12-part module teaches learners how to compare linear functions whose representations are given in different ways. They use real-world functions and interpret features in...
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Flipped Math

Calculus AB/BC - Estimating Derivatives of a Function at a Point

For Students 10th - 12th
It seems like it should be about three. Pupils learn to get an estimate of the derivative of a function at a point by using the derivative functionality of their graphing calculators. They take that information to determine the equation...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions: Derivative of sin(x)

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
Graphically find the derivative of sin(x). Using the interactive, pupils graph the slope of the tangent line to the sine function. Class members use the resulting graph to determine the derivative of the sine function. They verify their...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphs and Derivatives

For Students 9th - 12th
In this graphs and derivatives worksheet, students graph the derivative of a function. They find the intervals and identify the maximum and minimum. This one page worksheet contains three multi-step problems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 3 - Functions

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this function worksheet, students solve functions with a continuous derivative. This one-page worksheet contains six multi-step problems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 28 - Functions

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this function worksheet, students identify functions which are their own derivative. They determine the vertical and horizontal asymptotes of functions. This one-page worksheet contains seven multi-step problems.
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Interactive
Shodor Education Foundation

Derivate

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
Derive tangent lines through derivatives. Scholars use an app to graph functions and investigate derivatives and tangent lines. The interactive automatically graphs a tangent line at a specified point and can also produce tables of values.
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Lesson Plan
Kenan Fellows

Using Motion Sensors to Explore Graph Sketching

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Get moving to a better understanding of graphs of derivatives. Using motion sensors, scholars vary their velocities to create graphs of the first derivative of a function. The activity challenges groups to first create a script of the...
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EngageNY

Revisiting the Graphs of the Trigonometric Functions

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Use the graphs of the trigonometric functions to set the stage to inverse functions. The lesson reviews the graphs of the basic trigonometric functions and their transformations. Pupils use their knowledge of graphing functions to model...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Increasing and Decreasing Functions 1

For Teachers 8th Standards
Model situations with graphs. In the fourth installment of a 16-part module, scholars learn to qualitatively analyze graphs of piecewise linear functions in context. They learn to sketch graphs for different situations.
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Handout
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Using Derivatives to Graph Polynomials

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
You can learn to graph as well as a calculator using calculus. The lesson introduces using derivatives to find critical points needed to graph polynomials. Pupils learn to find local maximums and minimums and intervals of increase and...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Graphing the Logarithmic Function

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Teach collaboration and communication skills in addition to graphing logarithmic functions. Scholars in different groups graph different logarithmic functions by hand using provided coordinate points. These graphs provide the basis for...
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Flipped Math

Calculus AB/BC - Sketching Graphs of Functions and Their Derivatives

For Students 10th - 12th
Find deeper meaning in graphs. Pupils use the knowledge gained from the previous sections in the unit to sketch graphs of a function's derivative. Learners also see how to sketch a graph of a function given the graph of its derivatives....
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Graphs of Exponential Functions and Logarithmic Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Graphing by hand does have its advantages. The 19th installment of a 35-part module prompts pupils to use skills from previous lessons to graph exponential and logarithmic functions. They reflect each function type over a diagonal line...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Transformations of the Graphs of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Transform your lesson on transformations. Scholars investigate transformations, with particular emphasis on translations and dilations of the graphs of logarithmic and exponential functions. As part of this investigation, they examine...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Graphing the Tangent Function

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Help learners discover the unique characteristics of the tangent function. Working in teams, pupils create tables of values for different intervals of the tangent function. Through teamwork, they discover the periodicity, frequency, and...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Piecewise Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Show your class members that if they can graph a linear function, they can graph an absolute value function. Groups create an absolute value graph using a table, then entertain the idea of an absolute value function defined as two pieces...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Stretching and Shrinking Graphs of Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Why is that graph wider? Pupils learn about stretching and shrinking graphs of square root, absolute value, cubic, and quadratic functions. They study both vertical and horizontal stretches and shrinks in addition to reflections. 
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Exploring the Symmetry in Graphs of Quadratic Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Math is all about finding solutions and connections you didn't expect! Young mathematicians often first discover nonlinear patterns when graphing quadratic functions. The lesson begins with the vocabulary of a quadratic graph and uses...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Four Interesting Transformations of Functions (Part 4)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
What do you get when you cross piecewise functions with transformations?  An engaging lesson! The conclusion of a four-part series on the transformations of functions asks class members to apply transformations to piecewise functions...