Curated OER
Pythagorean Theorem Proof
Tenth graders investigate the Pythagorean Theorem. Then they type up a formal paragraph proof of a proof of their choice.
Curated OER
Energy Forms
Students explore energy by participating in a science lab in class. In this energy form lesson, students define the different types of energy such as light, mechanical and sound while examining energy measuring tools in class. Students...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: An Introduction to Derive
In this activity, students use the Derive software to algebraically solve expressions, find factors, study binomial coefficients, and investigate derivatives and integrals.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Linear Momentum and Force: Introduction to Rocket Propulsion
By the end of this section, you will be able to state Newton's third law of motion, explain the principle involved in propulsion of rockets and jet engines, derive an expression for the acceleration of the rocket , discuss the factors...
The Balance
The Balance: An Introduction to the Financial Markets
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.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Introduction to Differential Equations
A thorough reference guide to differential equations. It provides definitions, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Introduction to the Triangle Area Formula
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers how to find the area of a triangle using sine.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Glossary for Introduction to Physics
This is a glossary of terms and definitions used in AP Physics: Chapter 1: Introduction to Physics.
Hofstra University
Hofstra University: Calculus Applied to the Real World
This is a very nice layout of information relative to Calculus. The page is divided into various topics each containing a quiz over the material, topic summary, review problems, and on line tools to help with the topic. The topics of the...
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Topic Summaries: Introduction to the Derivative
The topic summary outlines derivatives. Some topics reviewed are average rate of change, derivative rules, and marginal analysis. The resource consists of definitions, notes, and examples.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Review Exercises: Introduction to the Derivative
Students review derivatives. The resource consists of review exercises on the mathematics concepts.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Quiz: Introduction to the Derivative
The online quiz assesses student comprehension of math concepts. The quiz consists of true/false questions about derivatives.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: A Lego Introduction to Graphing
Students use a LEGO ball shooter to demonstrate and analyze the motion of a projectile through use of a line graph. This activity involves using a method of data organization and trend observation with respect to dynamic experimentation...
University College London
University College London: Introduction to Hyperbolic Functions
This is a brief introduction to hyperbolic functions. Contains a definition only, no graphics.
Hofstra University
Hofstra University: An Introduction to the Derivative
This lesson from the Hofstra University discusses the derivative. The lesson begins with the average rate of change of a function and discusses how this is related to the derivative of a function at a point. The site gives visual aids...
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: The Derivative
The examples presented here demonstrates finding the derivative of a function using "h" rather than "delta x" notation. Graphs are included as a visual aid.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Derivation of the Triangle Area Formula
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Determine an alternate formula for a triangle's area.
Other
Karbos Guide: About the I/o Buses
Informative site that clearly explains about important system bus derivatives. Charts and pictures included with links to other modules.
Biotechnology Institute
Biotechnology Institute: Your World: A World of Change [Pdf]
The introduction of genetically modified organisms (animals, microbes, and plants) into agriculture has been accompanied by controversies over their potential impact on human health, the environment, and farming systems. Management of...
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Differentiation
Explore the world of Calculus through differentiation. Focusing on areas such as limits, tangents to curves, and derivatives, this site shows you how to solve problems based on the discoveries of Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz....
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: The Law of Cosines
An introduction to solving acute and obtuse triangles by using the law of cosines, including a derivation of the formula. Includes several pistures and examples.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Practical Criticism
A general introduction to literary criticism, this website provides teachers and students with idea about how to derive meaning from poetry through personal interpretation.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: The Law of Sines
An introduction to solving acute and obtuse triangles by using the law of sines, including a derivation of the formula. Includes several pictures and examples.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Linear Momentum Review
Overview of key terms and equations for linear momentum, including a derivation of Newton's second law from the conservation of linear momentum.