Explore the natural log function through the investigation of inverse of the exponential functions by plotting the inverse of the exponential solution points.  Students examine the results to determine that the inverse is the...

Mathematicians are introduced to Cramer’s Rule and use it to solve three systems that have one solution, no solutions, and an infinite number of solutions.  Learners use TI-Nspire to graph the systems to verify their answers and...

Learn how to explore rational functions and investigate the graphs rational functions and identify its singularities and asymptotes.  Students approximate the solutions to rational equations and inequalities by graphing.

Tenth graders explore parallel and perpendicular lines.  In this geometry lesson plan, 10th graders investigate the relationships associated with parallel lines and transversals, perpendicular lines, and the angles formed by these...

Seventh graders convert among decimals, percents, and fraction with and without a calculator.  For this seventh grade mathematics lesson, 7th graders explore strategies that help them to remember how to perform the needed operation...

Students investigate angles converting them from radians to degrees. In this trigonometry lesson, students work with angles and the six different trig ratios. They graph the functions representing each trig functions and identify the...

Students investigate an accident and relate it to math. In this trigonometry lesson, students measure the accident scene, the friction produced, and the speed from the skid marks. They create a poster of their findings.

Pupils investigate integrals and their relationship to velocity in this calculus lesson plan. They use the idea of a moving elevator to explore vertical motion and use the TI to help them create a visual.

Learners investigate the intervals represented by a function in this calculus lesson. They decide what interval of the function will be positive, negative or zero. They are then given graphs of functions and asked to analyze it.

Students investigate the fundamental theorem of calculus. In this calculus lesson plan, students derive the fundamental theorem of calculus. They differentiate between the first and second theorem.

Pupils graph Taylor polynomials in this calculus lesson. They observe the graphs for the expansion of Taylor polynomial functions and use the Ti calculator to help create visuals of the graphs.

Learners investigate the slopes and parametric equations. In this calculus lesson, high schoolers solve parametric equations with specific parameters. They relate lines and slopes based on the derivative of the equation.

High schoolers investigate properties of parabolas. In this algebra lesson, students identify the different paths of a parabola. They use the navigator to make observations of the parabola.

Learners investigate properties of logarithmic function as they add, subtract and multiply logarithms. They graph and analyze the graph for exponential equivalency.

Students investigate the Napoleon triangle theory. For this polygon lesson, students  differentiate between the boundary points, interior and lattice point of a polygon. They apply concepts of equilateral triangles to solve...

Students investigate the interdependence of mass and gravitational acceleration using computer simulation. In this physics lesson, students derive the formula for acceleration due to gravity. They calculate air resistance on falling...

Students describe how inclined plane and pulleys make work easier. In this physics lesson, students calculate work done and mechanical advantage of both simple machines. They collect data from the experiment and construct graphs.

Students investigate the factors affecting projectile trajectory. In this physics lesson, students calculate the range, time and speed of projectiles using mathematical equations.

Students conduct their personal investigations into paper airplane flight. Cooperative teams are formed, with students choosing the paper airplane design that they are most interested in building.

It may be tricky for a young mind to conceptualize that less than 1% of all water on earth is useable for humans to drink. Simulating the amount of fresh water available on earth by removing measured amounts of water from a five-gallon...

Students conduct the Biuret Test and the Bio Rad Protein Assay. They examine the spectrophotometer and graph molecular weights and the concentrations of the proteins investigated. They prepare solutions for the Bio-Rad test and use the...

Students investigate the growth rate of a man named Bob Wadlow.  In this growth rate of a man instructional activity, students determine if the growth rate of this particular man was normal or abnormal.  Students bring in data...

Learners investigate the slope of a cubic function. They find the tangent line of the cubic function at point P, and discuss the relationship between point P and point Q, the point the tangent line intersects the cubic function. ...

Students investigate geo-profiling.  In this secondary mathematics instructional activity, students use geo-profiling to determine the most probable location of a criminal.  Students find the centroid of a polygon where the...