Curated OER
Scientific Notation III: Linear vs Exponential
Students after investigating examples of exponential growth students have an intuitive feel for the concept of exponential growth of a system.
Curated OER
TI-89 Activities for PreCalculus and AP Calculus
Using the TI-89 calculator, students explore the statistical, graphical and symbolic capabilities of the TI-89. Students investigate topics such as solving systems of equations, finding inverse functions, summations, parametrics...
Curated OER
Equivalent Equations
Answer the age-old question every middle schooler has, what are equivalent equations? Here, they will explore the concept, discuss what equivalent equations are, and how to solve them. They also discuss performing an operation on both...
Curated OER
Derivatives of Exponential Functions
Students listen as the teacher develops the derivative formula for if y=e^x, They find dy/dx by showing two proofs. Students determine the derivative of y=e^tan3x, and if y=e^2x they determine the hundredth derivative. Students listen as...
Curated OER
Differential Equations and Population Growth
Students determine the size of the population at a given time. They calculate the time at which the population will be a given number. They observe how the population grows at the rate that is directly proportional to the number of...
Curated OER
Mixed Expressions and Complex Fractions
Students are introduced to mixed expressions and complex fractions. They work through several problems with the instructor and then complete a worksheet.
Curated OER
Scientific Notation III: Linear vs Exponential
Students examine the differences in exponential growth and linear growth of a system. They interpret data on graphs and develop their own charts. They answer discussion questions as well.
Curated OER
Using Innovative Approaches To Explore Functions
Use student-directed resource sheets, multiple approaches, and group work instead of drill and kill.
Curated OER
Pi Day (March 14)
Fourth graders determine the value of ? by measuring the circumference and diameter of circular objects such as soup cans, Oreo cookies, etc..
Teach Engineering
Light Intensity Lab
Let there be light. The last installment of a seven-part series has pupils conduct an experiment on light attenuation through different numbers of transparency sheets. They then relate the results back to how X-rays measure bone density.
Curated OER
Magnitude of the Richter Scale
Students examine how a Richter scale operates. They create a booklet illustrating each rating on the scale. They discover how engineers use different measurement tools.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Bone Density Math and Logarithm Introduction
This project shows the connection between engineering, science and math by having students learn the equation needed to calculate bone mineral density. Lesson includes an explanation of the equation as well as practice problems and a quiz.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
The University of Saskatchewan's Department of Mathematics and Statistics provides high school students with online tutorials and exercises on what they deem some of the most important topics in exponential and logarithmic functions....
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: Algebra
This lesson provides basic instruction on the major concepts in algebra. Content includes a focus on fractions, units of conversion, complex numbers, quadratic equations, factorization and roots of polynomials, solving equations, systems...
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: A Review of Logarithms
A good lesson reviewing and explaining the rules for using logarithms. The lesson has links to related topics.
University of Vienna (Austria)
Maths Online
This site consists of interactive lessons on a multitude of math topics including sets, drawing plane and coordinate system, variables, equations, and functions. You may also view this Vienna University site in German.
Math Planet
Math Planet: Algebra 2: Logarithm Property
Provides an explanation, examples, and a video lesson all related to the logarithm property.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Logarithms Explained
This animated video explores logarithms and explains how they are used in chemistry. Get the basics on these critical mathematical functions -- and discover why smart use of logarithms can determine whether your eyes turn red at the...
Other
Nearpod: Relationship of Exponents & Logarithms
In this lesson, students will learn how exponents and logarithms are connected and how to evaluate logarithms.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Does Math Guide Our Ships at Sea?
Explore the history of logarithms and sailing by watching this animated video. [4:19]
Purple Math
Purplemath: Logarithms: Introduction to "The Relationship"
Purplemath does a wonderful job of explaining logarithms. The lesson begins with a discussion of the relationship between logarithms and exponentials and very simple examples. The lesson gives important information regarding logarithms...
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: Logarithms and Exponential Functions
This tutorial contains 13 lessons on logarithms and exponential functions including exponential shortcuts and rules, graphs and rules of logarithms, and many more.
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: Calculus
This lesson has links to the various topics dealing with calculus. The student just needs to find the topic then click to go to it.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Solving Logarithmic Equations: Solving From the Definition
This Purplemath lesson teaches students to solve logarithmic equations. There are many examples and links to solving with exponentials and calculator considerations at the top of the lesson.