Derivatives of Exponential Function Teacher Resources
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EngageNY
Why Were Logarithms Developed?
Show your class how people calculated complex math problems in the old days. Scholars take a trip back to the days without calculators in the 15th installment of a 35-part module. They use logarithms to determine products of numbers and...
Curated OER
Dead Body Math
Learners solve the mystery of dead Mr. Potato Head using physics and algebra. They discuss Newton's Law of cooling as it applies to the mystery scenario involving a cooling baked potato as the "victim". They manipulate algebraic...
EngageNY
Polynomial, Rational, and Radical Relationships
This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...
EngageNY
The Most Important Property of Logarithms
Won't the other properties be sad to learn that they're not the most important? The 11th installment of a 35-part module is essentially a continuation of the previous lesson, using logarithm tables to develop properties. Scholars...
Curated OER
The Right Angle
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve word problems creating a right triangle. Students determine the point and direction this turn of ninety degrees occurs. There are 4 questions with an answer key.
Curated OER
Tower of Hanoi Lesson Plan
Students investigate the Legend of the Tower of Hanoi and complete mathematical problems related to the legend. They play the Tower of Hanoi game online in order to discover the number pattern involved. They solve problems using the...
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Differentiation of Exponential Functions
Learners examine the derivatives of exponential functions. The tutorial consists of examples and practice problems with solutions.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Derivative of Exponential Function
This site explains how the derivative of an exponential function is found.
Math TV
Math tv.com: Calculus: Derivatives (Exponential and Logarithmic)
Students learn how to differentiate logarithmic and exponential functions. The learning resource consists of video tutorials with detailed examples. In the left hand menu, click on Calculus, Derivatives, Exponential and Logarithmic.
Hofstra University
Derivatives of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions
This site explains the derivatives of standard logarithmic and exponential functions. The site has example problems and grades your work, explaining errors you may have made when attempting the problem.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Derivatives of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions
Students learn how to compute the derivative of logarithmic and exponential functions. The tutorial explores the calculus concepts through notes and examples. Review exercises and a topic summary are included.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Power Functions
Gain an understanding of power functions with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition and examples that enhance further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Derivatives of Exponential Functions
The formulas for determining the derivatives of exponential functions are presented in this lesson, along with several examples and exercises. The solutions are hidden to allow students to practice the concept without help.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: An Approach to Calculus: Derivatives of Logarithmic and Exponential Functions
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains how to find the derivative of exponential and logarithmic functions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Using Derive
In this activity, students use the Derive software to solve trigonometric equations, expressions with exponentials, and log equations. They also determine the equation of tangent and normal of a function; evaluate integrals, find area...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Calculus: Proofs of Derivatives of Ln(x) and E^x
Video lesson proving the derivative of the natural logarithm of x function using the limit definition of a derivative and proving the derivative of the exponential function by using the derivative of the natural logarithm of x function....
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Relation Between Graph of a Function and Graph of Derivative
In this Derive activity, students relate the behavior of the graph of an exponential function to the signs of its first two derivatives. They realize that if the signs of the first two derivatives over a given interval are known, a...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Investigating the Derivatives of Some Common Functions
In this activity, students will investigate the derivatives of sine, cosine, natural log, and natural exponential functions by examining the symmetric difference quotient at many points. They develop the idea of the derivative as a...
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Derivative Function
A complete reference guide to derivative functions. It provides definitions, examples, and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Applications of Derivatives
The derivatives of logarithmic and exponential functions are used in problems dealing with earthquake measurement and air resistance. The problems allow students to see how these derivatives are applied with practice.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Exponential Derivatives: Lesson 6
This lesson states the rule for finding the derivative of an exponential function. It is 6 of 6 in the series titled "Exponential Derivatives."
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Powers of a Function
The Chain Rule is presented with a detailed example. It is followed by a demonstration of how the Chain Rule is applied to power functions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Chemistry: Exponential Decay Formula Proof
A video lecture showing how a general function of time can give you the amount of the decaying substance. The video derives the function and explains the logic along the way. Some calculus is involved. [12:22]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Derivatives of Common Functions: Proof: D/dx(e^x) = E^x
Video lesson proving the derivative of the e^x.