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Don't go off on a tangent—let the video do the talking! A video lesson demonstrates how to write the equation of a line tangent to a circle given the point of tangency and the equation of the circle. The instructor explains both a graphical and algebraic method to calculate the equation.
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Instructional Ideas
- Post the referenced review videos on a class website for learners to view prior to the new lesson
- Create a guided notes document for pupils to complete as they watch the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes students know how to write the equation of a line from a slope and point
Pros
- Provides a set of practice problems to follow the video
- Includes an option to download the video for viewing offline
Cons
- None
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