Unit Plan
Lawrence Hall of Science

The Math Page: Trigonometry: The 30 60 90 Right Triangle

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the trigonometry of the 30-60-90 right triangle. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Sin, Cos, and Tan of Right Triangles

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
In this activity, students explore a right angled triangle and its trigonometric concepts. They investigate the trigonometric ratios for the angles of the triangle.
Activity
Interactive Mathematics

Interactive Mathematics: The Right Triangle and Applications

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn how to "solve" a right triangle and apply the concept to real world situations using angles of elevation and depression.
Activity
Analyze Math

Analyze Math: Special Triangles Used in Trigonometry

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The trigonometry tutorial investigates special triangles. The activity includes isosceles right triangles and 30-60-90 triangles. The examples show how to obtain the six trigonometric ratios of the special angles using special triangles.
Interactive
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Shape: 3 D Trigonometry

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Test your knowledge of determing the lengths and angles of right triangles.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Trigonometry: Pythagorean Theorem to Classify Triangles

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine if triangles are acute, obtuse, or right triangles.
eBook
Mathigon

Mathigon: Geometry: Triangles and Trigonometry: Properties of Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson focuses on the properties of triangles, a closed shape that has three sides, three vertices, and and three internal angles. There are different types of triangles such as a right triangle, obtuse, and acute based on the...
Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Trigonometry via Mobile Device

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate the relationships between angles and side lengths in right triangles with the help of materials found in the classroom and a mobile device.
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Handheld Trigonometry

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
In addition to understanding the concept of similar right triangles and how they apply to trigonometric ratios, students explore a clinometer app, and discover how it can be used to test the mathematics underpinning trigonometry.
Activity
Math2

Math2.org: Trigonometry Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A complete look at trig functions. From an "overview," page giving general definitions and important vocab words, to a listing of the 12 trig functions, to an explanation of the three modes used in trigonometry, to the procedures of how...
Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: Trigonometry

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students explore trigonometric functions using the interactive features of Activstudio. Students apply their understanding of trigonometric sense to determine the side lengths and angles of various...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: What's the Trig?

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will be introduced to right triangle trigonometry. They will use the TI-89 and Geometer's Sketchpad to construct a right triangle and calculate sin, cosine, and tangent of various acute angles.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve for an Angle in Right Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given two sides in a right triangle, find one of the acute angles using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Trigonometry: Pythagorean Theorem for Solving Right Triangles

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Finding unknown sides in a triangle using other sides and angles.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve for an Angle in Right Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given two sides in a right triangle, find one of the acute angles using trigonometry.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Right Triangles, Bearings, and Other Applications

For Students 10th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find distances using angles expressed as bearings. Here you'll learn how to relate right triangle relationships to course bearings.
Activity
Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Ilion High: Build a Clinometer

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Instructions for building a clinometer are given on this page. Clinometers can be used to measure the angle of elevation of a right triangle, and in turn find the height of large objects.
eBook
Math Planet

Math Planet: Pre Algebra: Trigonometry

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about trigonometry by viewing examples and a video lesson.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Trigonometry: Pythagorean Theorem for Solving Right Triangles

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson applies the trigonometric ratios and their inverses to real-life situations.
Handout
Purple Math

Purplemath: Special Angle Values: 30 60 90 and 45 45 90 Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains a simple pictorial way to remember basic reference angle values. Provides other memory aids for the values of trigonometric ratios for these "special" angle values, based on 30-60-90 triangles and 45-45-90 triangles.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve for a Side in Right Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given one side length and an acute angle in a right triangle, find another side using trigonometry. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve for a Side in Right Triangles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given one side length and an acute angle in a right triangle, find another side using trigonometry.
Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: You've Got Triangles!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students learn about trigonometry, geometry and measurements while participating in a hands-on interaction with LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT technology. First they review fundamental geometrical and trigonometric concepts. Then, they estimate the...
Handout
Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Introduction to Trigonometry

For Students 9th - 10th
An introductory reference guide to trigonometry. It provides definitions and examples that enhance further explanation. Includes links to related topics.