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Height of Bounce
Eighth graders determine the relationship between the height of bounce of a ping-pong ball and the height from which it was dropped. They are assessed on the ability to record and interpret data, graph data, make predictions, and make...
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Changes in Pulse Rate
Eighth graders practice making observations and collecting data after determining a baseline pulse rate then collect data on the changes in that rate with exercise. Students must organize their data and analyze their observations.
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Probing Under the Surface
Eighth graders use a measuring stick to determine the shape of the inside of the bottom of a box, then apply their knowledge to an additional situation. This task assesses students' abilities to make simple observations, collect and...
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Taylor's Theorem
In this Taylor's Theorem worksheet, students use the microscope approximation to determine the approximate value of a function. They rewrite expressions for the relative error, and observe changes in the relative error. They use...
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Democratic Village Elections in China: Comparing Governments of China and the United States
Students explore democratic practices in China. In this global studies lesson, students compare and contrast democratic values of the Chinese government with the American government. Students read provided articles and conduct their...
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Calculus at the Battle of Trafalgar
Young scholars read an article on how calculus is used in the real world. In this calculus lesson, students draw a correlation between the Battle of Trafalgar and calculus. The purpose of this article is the show everyday uses for...
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The Truth About Triangles and Squares
Fourth graders investigate the patterns associated with both triangular and square numbers. They use counters as manipulatives to depict the numbers as needed but focus on problem solving using mental math techniques.
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Voicing and Syllable Length (Using Rubber Bands)
Learners identify voiced and unvoiced sounds. They practice using short and long vowel sounds. They identify consonants only after paying attention to the length of vowels. They use rubber bands to help them determine the difference...
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A Dream and an Idea: Searching for a Roadmap to Create a Country
Students compare and contrast opposing visions of government held by the founding fathers. They evaluate the roles of historical leaders in shaping the U.S. as an emerging nation.
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Pede Patterns
Students generate number patterns for certain 'insects' from the mythical planet of Elsinore. Each 'Pede' is made up of square parts and has a number of feet. The patterns all link the number of feet and the number of squares. The...
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Interconnections Between Private and Civic Life -- Focus on the County
Students discuss the connections between their lives and the government. In groups, they examine the roles that governments have in different societies throughout the world. They role-play the roles of County members in providing...
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Bill of Rights -- Texas v. Johnson, 1989
Learners examine the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights. During a visit to the George Bush Presidential Museum, they watch a video about the Texas v. Johnson flag burning case. In groups, they discover the role of the Supreme Court...
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Four Corners Spelling
Second graders participate in a spelling activity using clapping and rhythmic patterns. In this ongoing spelling instructional activity, 2nd graders practice various spelling words in groups and using rhythms. Students then...
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Lesson Refresh: Plan with the END in Mind
Fourth graders identify literary techniques by participating in a class discussion. In this organization lesson, 4th graders practice public speaking while presenting ideas for a story to their classmates as well as critiquing the ideas...
University of Vienna (Austria)
University of Vienna: Differentiating Polynomials
A set of interactive, multiple-choice questions are presented, all dealing with mathematical differentiation. Each question is of the form "The derivative of is given by:" At the completion of the exercises, a score is given to help...
Math Words
Math Words: Derivative Rules
This site offers fourteen rules for differentiation-- anything from a constant function to logarithmic functions.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Review Exercises: Product and Quotient Rules
Students review derivative rules. Topics include product and quotient rules. The resource consists of review exercises available in three different levels.
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center, Syracuse University
Npac Reu Program: The Chain Rule
This Northeast Parallel Architectures Center at Syracuse University provides a table of contents on information and examples on the chain rule.
BBC
Bbc: Differentiations
This site presents a tutorial on the topic of differentiation. Points of focus include rules for differentiation, tangents to curves, derivatives, increasing and decreasing functions, and optimization. Examples and a practice test are...
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Use the Chain Rule of Differentiation in Calculus
The tutorial discusses the chain rule of differentiation. The resource consists of examples and practice exercises with solutions.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Topic Summaries: Techniques of Differentiation
The topic summary outlines techniques of differentiation. Some topics reviewed are product rule, quotient rule, chain rule, and implicit differentiation. The resource consists of definitions, notes, and examples.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: An Approach to Calculus: More Rules for Derivatives
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the quotient rule, implicit differentiation, and derivatives of inverse functions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Web Math: Find a Derivative Using the Quotient Rule
WebMath offers an-line solver that allows the student to input a function have it automatically differentiated using the quotient rule.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Leibniz Integral Rule
This page discusses the Leibniz Integral Rule, which concerns "the differentiation of a definite integral whose limits are functions of the differential variable."