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Derivative Analysis
Learners analyze the derivative of a graph. In this calculus lesson, students identify the different behavior of a graph. They label concavity of the graphs as increasing or decreasing.
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Elevator Height as Integral of Velocity
Pupils investigate integrals and their relationship to velocity in this calculus lesson. They use the idea of a moving elevator to explore vertical motion and use the TI to help them create a visual.
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The First Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Solve problems using the fundamental theorem. In this calculus lesson plan, students solve problems using theorems and proving theorems. They derive the fundamental theorem as they study it.
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The Second Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Students investigate the fundamental theorem of calculus. In this calculus instructional activity, students derive the fundamental theorem of calculus. They differentiate between the first and second theorem.
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Exponential Functions and the Natural Logarithm
Students solve exponential and log functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students graph natural log and logarithmic functions. They compare and contrast between logs and the exponential graphs.
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Dog Days or Dog Years?
In need of some algebraic fun with real world implications?Learners use ordered pairs, a table of values and a scatter plot to evaluate the validity of several real world data sets. The class focuses on dog ages in human...
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Families of Functions
Learners use sliders to change the parameters of functions and examine how shifting parameters affects a graph. They identify the parameters of functions, find vertical and horizontal stretches, then calculate the scale factor and other...
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King Henry Did What?
Students convert between the different metric units after reading the Fairy Tale of King Henry. They measure various candies in a baggy using the width of their index finger. They record results to the nearest index finger width on a...
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Slow Down - Speed Up
Pupils explore the concept of distance and time as they use a CBR to mimic distance v. time graphs. Learners walk towards and away from the monitor to create various distance v. time graphs, then discuss what motion creates certain graphs.
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Making Predictions Using Systems of Equations
Students explore the concept of systems of equations. In this system of equations lesson, students enter data into lists on their calculators about 100 meter dash times. Students plot the points using a scatter plot and perform a linear...
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Where Should They Hold the Fundraising Party?
Pupils explore financial applications of linear functions. As they investigate the steps necessary to plan a fundraising event, learners explore minimizing cost and maximizing profits.
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Guess the Ages
Learners explore scatter plots in this algebra lesson plan. They create a scatter plot from their guesses regarding a famous person’s birth date and the actual birth date then they examine and interpret the results of their graph.
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Perpendicular Bisector of a Line Segment
High Schoolers investigate the perpendicular bisector of a line segment. They use Cabri Jr. to construct the perpendicular bisector of a segment. The dynamics capabilities of Cabri Jr. allow your learners to observe the lengths of the...
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Exploring the Centroid of a Triangle
Pupils examine the centroid of a triangle as they use Cabri Jr. to construct a triangle and its medians. The dynamic nature of the software allows learners to measure the lengths of the segments in the triangle and conjecture and verify...
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Investigating Segments in a Right Triangle
High schoolers explore the concept of right triangles as they construct a right triangle using Cabri Jr. Learners find the midpoint of the hypotenuse and construct a line from the midpoint to the vertex of the right angle. They then...
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Sequence Graphs
Investigate arithmetic and geometric sequences by using a graphing calculator to determine if a sequence is linear or exponential.
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Exploring Complex Roots
In exploring the concept of complex roots, students find the axis of symmetry and roots of parabolas. Then, they discuss what makes a solution complex and how to identify functions with complex roots.
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Variables and Expressions
High schoolers solve equations by writing expressions. In this algebra lesson, students identify the different values for each variable. They use the navigator to see how to solve equations.
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Distributive Property
Students solve problems using distribution. In this algebra lesson plan, students factor equations using the distributive property. They graph their solution on a graph.
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Checking Equivalence
Students solve equations. In this calculus lesson, students compare equations and identify equivalencies. They compare and approximate fractions and decimals.
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Greatest Common Divisor and Least Common Multiple
Students solve problems using the GCD and LCM. In this algebra lesson, students factor and simplify equations using the greatest common and least common factors and multiples. They factor integers in pairs.
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From Expressions to Equations
Learners differentiate between expression and equation by evaluating integers and observing the difference. They use the TI to see the steps to solve problems.
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Using Tables to Solve Linear Functions
Oh that intercept! Budding algebra masters solve linear equations from standard to intercept form. They identify the slope and y-intercept to help graph the lines, an then create coordinate pairs using a table of values. Great TI tips...
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Points on a Line
How do you find slope? You use points on a line of course. slope. Teach your class how to calculate and differentiate between horizontal and vertical lines. They are sure to be pros at graphing lines on a coordinate plane by the end of...