Students explore the concept of the corner problem. For this corner problem lesson, students use the TI-NSpire to determine the maximum length a rod can be and still pass horizontally around a corner. Students use similar triangles to...

In this Calculus activity, students are provided with questions that are reflective of the content of their exam.  Topics covered include derivatives, volume of a solid of rotation, local maximum and minimum, and integration. ...

Students use a 24-hour graph of air temperature, relative humidity, and dew point to describe at least one reason why the variables change (or don't change) during the day. They use given scenarios to identify and describe the problems...

In this function of two variables worksheet, students explore the relationship between the derivatives of a function and the shape of the graph. They determine the maximum and minimum value using optimization. Students find the...

In this Calculus learning exercise, students are provided with practice problems for their exam.  Topics covered include derivatives, area bounded by a curve, local maximum, instantaneous rate of change, and the volume of a solid of...

In this derivatives instructional activity, students sketch the graph of a function by determining the local maxima, minima and inflection points. They graph a second function when given the interval. Students solve two word problems...

In this A. P. Calculus AB instructional activity, students solve seventeen multiple-choice problems with a graphing calculator.  This instructional activity is designed as a practice test for the A.P. Exam and should be timed.

Students graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students relate the parabola to real life applications. They identify the maximum and minimum of the parabola.

In this function instructional activity, students identify all numbers in the interval. They determine open intervals, find the local maximum and local minimum. This two-page instructional activity contains eight problems.

Learners construct a thermograph for maximum and minimum temperatures for the 2-week period. They illustrate how the earth's atmosphere is heated by convection and conduction currents and evaporation of water.

In this math worksheet, students examine the graph of the derivative. Then they determine the critical points that correspond to the relative extrema.

In this inequalities instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 18 different types of problems. First, they use systems of 2 equations/2 unknowns to solve each word problem shown. Then, students graph each and identify the...

In this calculus worksheet, 11th graders calculate the average value of a function. They find the line tangent to a curve and graph the equation. There are 15 questions.

Students read real world problems, determine the variables, and set up the function using algebraic statements. After entering data into the graphing calculator, they display information in the form of graphs and scatter plots. ...

Students perform functional analysis. In this pre-calculus lesson, students recognize the different elements of a function, graph a function and analyze it. They synthesize composites of other basic functions.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders use a graphing calculator to determine the regression equation of the given data, graph polynomial functions, factor polynomials, and determine the quotient and remainder in polynomial division....

Learners model data using quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students simplify and factor quadratic equations. They graph the function using collected data and analyze the parabola.

High schoolers investigate the concept of using quadratic data to plot coordinates on a plane. They also apply the quadratic formula for a variety of problems with the help of a graphing calculator to draw the parabola for given...

Fourth graders estimate the surface area of a pond using the chance method and the estimation method. They complete a graph and a short report comparing the results of the two methods.

In this intervals instructional activity, students solve and complete 8 various types of problems. First, they find the intervals of x for each curve. Then, students sketch a graph of each showing all maximum and minimum points and all...

In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students identify the vertex and the axis of symmetry of a parabola, given the equation.  The two page worksheet contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free response...

Students take an in depth examine baseball record breakers. They calculate statistics, not just for one year, but over whole careers, to compare some famous players and find who was the best all-time home run hitter.

Eighth graders use the data analyzer and motion detector to collect data and measure distances. They create topographic maps drawn to scale of a given setup and relate the concepts to the creation of historical ocean maps.

Students import US Historical Climate Network mean temperature data into Excel from a station of their choice. They are guided through the activity on how to use Excel for statistical calculations, graphing, and linear trend estimates.