University of Virginia
University of Virginia: Kinetic Theory, a Brief Review
The derivation of the Boltzmann distribution in detail. Shows calculations and graphs, with links to animations and video to further explain.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Logistic Growth
Students are introduced to logistic growth curves using a graphing calculator. Lab data includes the number of bacteria over a 20-hour period. The activity numerically approximates the derivative and uses regression to find a curve...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F if Which Function?
For this task, young scholars are presented with a graph and asked to identify the functions that could be represented by it and explain their thinking. The task addresses knowledge related to interpreting forms of functions derived by...
Other
Stat Soft: Statistics Glossary
Dozens of statistical terms are defined and illustrated in this glossary.
Harvey Mudd College
Harvey Mudd College: Parametric Equations
Explanations and examples of parametric equations--in which a curve is traced out over time, sometimes doubling back on itself or crossing itself.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Features of the Ti 89 That Maximize Its Use
This Computer Algebra System (CAS) activity encourages students to investigate the various functions and applications of the CAS calculator. They study and practice various types of problems in algebra and calculus with the help of the...
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Line Spectrum
Using Fourier and Harmonic series, the line spectrums of functions are derived and represented on graphs. Several music examples show the connection between harmonics and sound.
Other
Ctte: Geometer's Sketch Pad Activities
This site offers numerous activities for middle school and high school students to explore using Geometer's Sketch Pad.