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Functions/Domain
Pupils differentiate their problems to find functions and non-functions. In this calculus lesson, students relate functions and relation through similarities and differences. They rewrite equations that are functions using f(x).
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Graph Of The Derivative
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with defining and drawing the graph of a derivative. The lesson includes a definition and examples to lead them away from any misconceptions. They graph derivatives using examples that are...
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Lesson #67 Relative Extrema
Students test for relative extrema. In this Calculus lesson, 12th graders investigate the relative extrema of a function and sketch the curve from the given information without the use of a calculator.
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Indefinite Integrals
The inverse of matter is anti-matter, so the inverse of a derivative is an antiderivative. The lesson introduces antiderivatives and indefinite integrals to the class along with the notation for integrals. Groups work together to find...
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The Ares-V Cargo Rocket
In this Ares-V cargo rocket learning exercise, students read about this multi-purpose launch vehicle and its rocket boosters. Students are given an equation that relates the acceleration of the rocket to the time and mass of the rocket....
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Introduction to Mathematical Modeling
For this mathematical modeling worksheet, students answer two essay questions. They describe Newton's Law of Cooling by describing and constructing a model and answering seven essay questions about the process.
Texas Instruments
TI-Nspire™ CAS
When it comes to rating educational calculators, this calculator is always near the top of this list. Now it's available as an app. There is a lot of calculator power wrapped up in this app. Not only is this a fully functioning...
Texas Instruments
TI-Nspire™
We landed on the moon with less computing capabilities than you can find in this app! Here is a multiple function calculator that takes all the power you get from a handheld and adds the wonderful large screen that only a tablet can...
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"A Slice of the Cone"
Here is a set of lessons that explore conics in a number of different ways. Starting with modeling how a conic is produced by the way a plane cuts the cone, to solving complex word problems, algebra learners progress through a series of...
EngageNY
The Graph of the Natural Logarithm Function
If two is company and three's a crowd, then what's e? Scholars observe how changes in the base affect the graph of a logarithmic function. They then graph the natural logarithm function and learn that all logarithmic functions can be...
EngageNY
Newton’s Law of Cooling, Revisited
Does Newton's Law of Cooling have anything to do with apples? Scholars apply Newton's Law of Cooling to solve problems in the 29th installment of a 35-part module. Now that they have knowledge of logarithms, they can determine the decay...
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Math Ref
Forgot how to multiply matrices? Well, this app can help. It is like a gigantic, well-organized reference card for all things math. Customize your personal reference material by adding your own notes and build up a personalized list of...
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Exponential Functions and the Natural Logarithm
Students solve exponential and log functions. In this algebra lesson, students graph natural log and logarithmic functions. They compare and contrast between logs and the exponential graphs.
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Surfing the Waves
Learners use online resources, including animations,to define the slope of a curve and how to calculate the slope. They solve 8 problems online, using the definition of the derivative of a function at a point to calculate slope of the...
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Why Are Hot Things Red?
In this radiation and temperature worksheet, students use 2 methods to derive the Wein Displacement law that shows the relationship between the temperature of a body to the frequency where the Planck curve's value is at its maximum....
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The Right Angle
For this algebra worksheet, young scholars rewrite word problems using an algebraic equation to find the answer. There are 14 questions with an answer key.
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Pizzas And Things
First graders problem solve using the concepts of doubling and halving numbers as previews for finding multiples and working with fractions. They determine how to find half of a set of objects and work with sums up to 16. They work with...
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The Farmer's Problem
In this farmer's problem, students determine the maximum area that can be enclosed under given circumstances. This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem. The answer is provided.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Differential Calculus
In this activity, students learn to solve problems dealing with limits, derivatives, and optimization. They use various features of the TI-86 to study some important ideas covered in a differential calculus course.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Calculus
This tutorial provides detailed overviews of the concepts and theorems associated with calculus. The number to the right of the topic indicates how many sites MathWorld has pertaining to the topic. "Funnel your way down the chain" to...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Calculus With Applications
The online course consists of educational materials about applications of calculus. Readings, syllabus, interactive applets, and assignments are included.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Use of Cas in Teaching Differential Calculus by First Princip
This Computer Algebra System (CAS) activity encourages students to investigate the use of CAS to solve functions using derivatives and appropriate formulas.
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Dans Math: Lessons: Calculus (Part 1)
College professor Dan Bach reviews the basic calculus concepts of limits and derivatives. The site includes examples and animated graphs.
New York Times
New York Times: Steven Strogatz on the Elements of Math Series the New York Times
[Free Registration/Login Required] On this site, Cornell University mathematics professor, Steven Strogatz, shares his 15-part series of columns on the elements of math. He investigates topics ranging from negative numbers to subtraction...