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Logistic Growth, Differential Equations, Slope Fields
Investigate differential equations with your class. They use the TI-89 to explore differential equations analytically, graphically, and numerically as the examine the relationships between each of the three approaches.
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Introduction to Calculus
Don't let your class's heart rates rise as you introduce them to differentiation ... an inquiry-based lesson helps them keep it in check! The second lesson in a three-part series asks learners to analyze the rate of change of different...
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Differentiation
Learners explore estimated and exact results for derivatives, tangent lines, implicit differentiation, and symbolic differentiation. The lesson provides examples with solutions and practice problems.
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Why We Use Theorem In Calculus
Young scholars read an article to explain the reasoning behind theorems. In this calculus lesson, students understand the underlying principles of theorems and how it helps them make sense of the problems. They know why they do what they...
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Differential Equations
Young scholars solve derivatives of differential equations. In this calculus lesson plan, students solve equations using the derivative to obtain no differentials in the equation. They complete an assignment in the text book also.
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Differentials
Learners investigate Differential equations using derivatives. In this calculus lesson plan, students solve problems of differential equations by taking the derivative and explaining the changes that occurred in the equation. They define...
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Continuity and Differentiability 1
Pupils examine graphs for continuity and differentiability in this calculus lesson plan. They observe piecewise functions to see where continuity and differentiability come into play. Learners finish by graphing their equation on the TI...
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The Second Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
Students investigate the fundamental theorem of calculus. In this calculus lesson, students derive the fundamental theorem of calculus. They differentiate between the first and second theorem.
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The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Area Under the Curve
Twelfth graders review the fundamental theorem of calculus and solve for the area under the curve. In this calculus lesson plan, 12th graders differentiate between the area under the curve and the definite integral as it related to the...
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Differentials
Students investigate Differential equations using derivatives. In this calculus lesson, students solve problems of differential equations by taking the derivative and explaining the changes that occurred in the equation and circle. They...
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Rules for Differentiation
Twelfth graders review the rules for derivatives and use them to solve problems. In this calculus lesson, 12th graders apply the power rules for derivatives correctly to solve equations. This assignment contains lots of examples of...
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Logarithmic Differentiation
Students analyze the steps required to take the derivative of an equation. In this calculus instructional activity, students take the derivative of logs using the same method for regular equations. They review derivatives of sine, cosine...
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Calculus at the Battle of Trafalgar
Students read an article on how calculus is used in the real world. In this calculus instructional activity, students draw a correlation between the Battle of Trafalgar and calculus. The purpose of this article is the show everyday uses...
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Derivative Grapher
Learners graph the derivative of functions in this calculus lesson plan. They use the TI to graph their functions and algebraically take the derivative of each function. They then create a visual and analyze the graph.
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Implicit Differentiation
Learners define and use implicit differentiation to solve equations. In this calculus lesson, students take the derivative implicitly to find x and y values. They apply this knowledge to real life scenarios.
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Integral Calculus
From derivatives to antiderivatives and back again. Building on the second lesson of the three-part series covering functions, learners explore the concept of an antiderivative. They connect the concept to the graph of the function and...
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Related Robots
Learners solve problems using implicit differentiation. In this calculus lesson, students take the derivative to calculate the rate of change. They observe two robots and draw conclusion from the data collected on the two robots.
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Maxima and Minima Problems
Students calculate the maxima and minima of quadratic equations. In this calculus lesson, students apply the derivatives by finding the maxima and minima using real life application. They solve optimization using the derivative.
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Slope Fields
Students create and analyze slope fields. For this calculus lesson, students create a visual of differential equations. They use the Ti Navigator to create slope fields.
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Euler's Method Introduction
Young mathematicians define and use Euler's method to solve problems in this calculus lesson. Learners visualize graphs and solve differential equations. They create these visuals on the TI calculator.
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Infestation to Extermination
High schoolers solve problems with exponential growth and decay. In this calculus lesson, students relate exponential functions to infestation and extermination. They take the derivative to find their answer.
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Gateway Arc Length
Learners differentiate and calculate the length of an arc. They define an arc and relate it to the area of a circle and integrate the function to solve the equations. Students use their TI calculators to graph the equation.
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The Chain Rule
Twelfth graders investigate the chain rule and use it to solve functions. In this calculus instructional activity, 12th graders apply the chain rule to problems with powers, and product rule. They practice with lots of examples before...
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A Tale of Two Lines
Students graph systems of equation. In this calculus lesson, students graph their lines on a TI calculator. They identify the point of intersection and the type of solution.