Students discover the mathematical way to find the dimensions of a diagonal. Using this process, they complete a worksheet in which they identify the relationships between different degree triangles. They review their answers and are...

In this seal learning exercise, students match deratives and intervals to their answer.  They match equivalent problems.  This one-page learning exercise contains 22 problems.

Fifth graders explore the use of trigonometry to find unknown sides and angles in right-angled triangles, taking the concepts that were developed in the previous unit and looking at different ways of practicing the new skills. Students...

Fifth graders use tan to solve problems involving right-angled triangles. They solve equations of the form tan(8) =a, for a between 180 degrees and 360 degrees. They state the value of tan (8) in special cases.

Just about every public building that your students are familiar with has an access ramp which complies with ADA requirements. As it turns out, designing such a ramp is an excellent activity to incorporate slope, the Pythagorean Theorem,...

High schoolers watch a video of real-world situations regarding speed, direction, velocity, force, etc. and answer questions while viewing. They then practice drawing and using vectors to solve more real-world problems.

After determining the volume of various drinking glasses , class members evaluate sample responses to the same task to identify errors in reasoning.

That's radical! Simplifying radicals may not be exciting, but it is an important skill. A math instructional activity provides explanations of properties used throughout the material. Scholars practice skills needed to multiply...

Represent motion with arrows and call them vectors! The lesson is a presentation that models the mathematics involved when determining a resultant vector. It addrssses motions that are parallel, perpendicular, and a combination of...

Does doubling mean everything doubles? Learners adjust the scale factor between two rectangles. Using the calculated measurements, pupils investigate the ratios between the lengths, perimeters, and areas of the rectangles.

Scholars first complete an individual assignment using a quadratic equation to model the movement of a bus around a corner. Learners then discuss their solutions with classmates and analyze the provided sample responses.

Learners estimate the equation of a line, angle of elevation and depression in this math lesson. They analyze e famous landmark design and make connections to algebra and geometry. They will also generate an equation, model the x and y...

Students investigate trigonometry.  In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus/Trigonometry lesson, students explore Islamic achievements in mathematics as they calculate angles and distances using the Law of Sines and the Law of...

Your learners combine their knowledge of real and imaginary numbers and matrices in an activity containing thirty lessons, two assessments (mid-module and end module), and their corresponding rubrics. Centered on complex numbers and...

Students are introduced to the Pythagoras' Theorem and its history, proofs and practice in application. Students find perimeters, areas and volume of everyday objects. Students state and explain the theory.

Students are introduced to rockets and the space shuttle program. After viewing a 1960s show, they examine the role and history of NASA and how it evolved into having a space shuttle program. In groups, they create their own model rocket...

Students model scenarios using functions and their properties. In this trigonometry instructional activity, students calculate the angles of sine, cosine and tangent. They perform operation using a calculator.

Students measure using tools they have made. In this algebra lesson, students measure the height and distance using non-traditional measuring methods. They apply their findings to algebra and trigonometry properties of measurements.

Students examine how to apply the principles of trigonometry in authentic measurement situations. They work in groups to determine the height of an object such as a flag pole by determine the angle from their position to the top.

A collection of lessons, practice activities, and a teacher resource that will aid your exploration and understanding of special right triangles.

This section explores the relationship between right triangles, circles, and trigonometry. It investigates how a right triangle that is set inside a circle and rotates around the circle is connected to trigonometric functions and their...

The study of properties of right triangles is a major topic in mathematics. In this activity, you will investigate three common right triangle trigonometric ratios. [Requires Adobe Reader.]

Investigate the cosine, sine, and tangent ratios of trigonometry using this interactive Learn Alberta math resource. Students will use these ratios to determine a right triangle's unknown side or angle. Be sure to follow the link to the...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Different types of right triangles and trigonometric ratios for special right triangles are covered in this study guide.