Calculus Teacher Resources

In this math worksheet, they write down and solve a differential equation governing the motion of an underdamped spring. Then they find the solution to the initial value problem.

In this math activity, students find the solution for the Euler equation. Then they simplify the two differential for the functions of g and yp.

in this math learning exercise, students define the meaning of a differential equation. Then they examine the method of solving a separable equation.

In this math instructional activity, students answer the questions in the context of either being true or false. The topics covered include derivatives and differential equations.

For this multivariable function worksheet, students find the limits of a function, identify the domain, and explore continuous functions. This two page worksheet contains explanations, definitions, and examples. There are approximately...

In this partial derivatives instructional activity, students find formulas for the vector partial derivative of a function. They prove that an elliptic cone can be represented parametrically. This two-page instructional activity...

In this partial derivative activity, students calculate the derivative of given problems and find the equation of the tangent plane to an equation. This two-page activity contains five problems.

For this multivariable functions worksheet, students graph functions and describe the level sets of the function. This two page worksheet contains approximately ten problems.

In this linear systems learning exercise, students explore the effect of two identical columns in a matrix on the null space of the matrix. They consider the column space of a matrix. Students compare the column space of a matrix to the...

In this math worksheet, students read the examples of the initial value problems. Then they write all the possible solutions for the differential equation.

In this limits of functions instructional activity, students find the limits of 4 functions. In this limits instructional activity, sstudents are given two functions. They find the limits of multiplying these two functions. Students find...

For this cryptarithm worksheet, learners solve 1 short answer problem. Students determine which integer values represent given letters in cryptarithm. Learners are given an addition problem adding words like circle, ellipse, series,...

In this limits and continuity test, students solve 8 multiple choice questions. They define the words limits and continuity. Students determine the limits of 8 functions. Students find the value for a constant in one function, and prove...

In this logarithms worksheet, students evaluate and solve equations with logarithms.  They derive the formula for a derivative of a given function.  Students explain the differences between logarithms.  This one-page...

In this review worksheet, students match a function to the proper description.  they identify the domain of a function.  Students determine the slope of an inverse function.  They find the derivative of given...

Here's a video that demonstrate the meaning of possible and relative error using differentials. As the instructor works through the problem, he gives formulas for determining the different types of errors. He shows two approaches to the...

A video tutorial examines the application of related rates to determine the rate of change of an angle at a line of sight. The instructor shows the process of solving the problem using a known rate to find the desired rate and analyzes...

Apply knowledge of derivatives and inverse hyperbolic functions. Using the formula for the derivative of an inverse hyperbolic function, the resource finds the derivative of a more complex function. The complex function is comprised of a...

Aristotle said, "The more you know, the more you know you don't know." Physics includes everything from the laws of motion to quantum gravity. An interesting video attempts to cover the main concepts of every branch of physics in only a...

No need to go to extreme lengths to find resources on extrema. The central focus of an AP® curriculum module is on critical points and extrema, and how to cover these concepts throughout the course. A set of three worksheets helps assess...

Class members blend their knowledge of functions and problem-solving skills to provide business advice to the Turbo Blender manufacturers. Through a project-based approach, learners examine marginal cost data to produce a function....

Serve up the definition of the derivative two ways. Video three in a series of 31 begins with making the distinction between the difference quotient and the definition of the derivative. The presentation shows two ways the definition is...

Perform parallel calculations to find equal slopes. Using the formula for the equation of the tangent line to a point, the resource sets out to find two points with a difference of one that have parallel tangent lines.The 25th video in a...

Explore lines tangent to a circle. In this math lesson, students manipulate circles and lines on a TI calculator. They draw a circle  and analyze perpendicular lines intersecting the circle in only one place. This activity works...