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Elevator Height as Integral of Velocity
Pupils investigate integrals and their relationship to velocity in this calculus lesson. They use the idea of a moving elevator to explore vertical motion and use the TI to help them create a visual.
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Integrals involving Trig Substitution
Students define integrals and list the trig values. In this calculus lesson, students integrate functions using trig substitution. They solve integrals containing sums and differences of squares.
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Fun Times with Integrals
Students study techniques used for solving integrals. Using tangrams and hands-on activities, students perform basic integration techniques. They use artistic skills and real-world applications to discover more complex methods of...
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Engineering in a Calculus Classroom
Students solve several differential equations. In this calculus lesson, students test their modulus calculation by testing different weights or beam lengths. They share their findings in class.
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Less is More: Realizing Mathematics Through Agriculture
High schoolers study the architectural designs of different popular sites. In this math lesson, students draw a grid diagram. They explain what geodesic algorithms are used for.
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Computer Graphing Calculator Explorations
Students explore the graphing calculator feature on the Macintosh computer to explore some "parent" functions and their translations, combinations, and composites.