Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 5: Modeling with Geometry

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Solids come in many shapes and sizes. Using geometry, scholars create two-dimensional cross-sections of various three-dimensional objects. They develop the lesson further by finding the volume of solids. The module then shifts...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

ndirect Measurement Technique: Using Trigonometric Ratios

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders find the height of an object that would be difficult or impossible to measure directly. They construct and use a Clinometer to measure the angle of elevation (or depression). Students create a sketch of the measurement...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Further Trigonometry

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this trigonometry worksheet, students solve for trigonometric functions. They convert between radians and angles using the properties of sine, cosine and tangent. There are 30 problems on this handout.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Trigonometric Functions of Acute Right Triangles

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students derive the six trigonometric functions. In this trigonometry lesson, students show their understanding of trigonometric functions as they relate the right triangles. They find the missing angles and side use trig ratios of sine,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Trigonometry

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students investigate angles converting them from radians to degrees. In this trigonometry lesson, students work with angles and the six different trig ratios. They graph the functions representing each trig functions and identify the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Applying Trigonometric Functions To Real Life

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students examine where trigonometry exists outside the classroom. In this trigonometry lesson, students create trigonometric functions to match the data provided and to solve word problems relating to the real world.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Trig River

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers calcute distances using trigonometry and angle measurements. They estimate the width of the Trig River, measure it and compare their results with their classmates. They collaborate with a group to research and find the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Why We Study Trigonometry

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the different properties of trigonometry. For this precalculus lesson, students find the six different identities of trigonometric ratios. They relate the ratios to that of a right triangle and apply it to real life...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

How are Trig Ratios Used to Measure Triangle Sides

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students identify the ratios of trig identities. In this geometry lesson, students solve the missing sides and angles of triangles using trig ratios. They relate the graphs and waves to real life scenarios.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Trigonometry Investigation

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students use the sheet to conduct an investigation to find the trigonometric ratios using opposite and adjacent sides to see how they are related to each other.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hunter Fred's Quest for Dinner

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners solve problems using trigonometric functions, specifically a problem about a tree stand. Pupils try to maximize the distance of hunting sight given certain restrictions. They use the Pythagorean Theorem, sine, cosine, and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pilots, Airplanes, and the Tangent of Three Degrees

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore how to use trigonometry in the aviation field.  In this aviation instructional activity students complete trigonometry equations that show what planes should do to land their airplanes.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Right Triangle Stuff

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this right triangle instructional activity, learners use trigonometric ratios to find the hypotenuse, right angle, opposite leg and angles. This one-page instructional activity contains eight problems. Answers are provided at the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Number of Solutions for a Triangle

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this solutions for a triangle worksheet, students use trigonometric ratios to determine the number of triangles that can be constructed with the given sides and angles. This one-page worksheet contains 22 problems.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Trigonometric Functions

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this properties of trigonometric functions worksheet, students complete 4 sections consisting of 15 problems involving problem solving using Pythagorean and trigonometric identities and sketching functions..
Worksheet
Curated OER

Differentiate Functions

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this function worksheet, students differentiate functions containing trigonometric ratios. This one-page worksheet contains three problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Trigonometry Worksheet: Verify Identities (2)

For Students 10th - 12th
In this sine and cosine identities worksheet, students verify the identities of two problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Quiz: Angles in Circles - Angles Outside the Circle

For Students 10th - 11th
In this angles in circles worksheet, students explore angles outside a circle. Using given trigonometric ratios, they find the missing angle measurement or the length of a line. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Using a Calculator (Sine, Cosine, Tangent)

For Students 10th - 11th
In this calculator worksheet, students use a calculator to solve given trigonometric ratios. They determine the sine, cosine and tangent of expressions. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
Assessment
EngageNY

Mid-Module Assessment Task: Pre-Calculus Module 4

For Students 11th - 12th Standards
Challenge scholars to show what they know about properties and addition and subtraction formulas for trigonometric functions. The resource provides a mid-unit check on the progress toward mastery of trigonometric concepts. The areas...
Performance
Radford University

Georgia Peaches and California Dreamin’

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Plant the fruits of trigonometry. Pairs work through the process of finding the best place to plant fruit trees on a piece of property. The scholars must take into consideration the location of the property and the solar zenith angle. To...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Trigonometric Functions

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this Calculus worksheet, students solve multiple detailed problems for four different Math concepts. They apply the concepts of Trigonometric ratios.
Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Sine, Cosine, and Tangent Functions: Lighthouse

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
How far is that boat from the lighthouse? Scholars create diagrams to represent a scenario given the angle of depreciation from a lighthouse to a boat. Learners apply the basic trigonometric functions to find various distances...
Unit Plan
Radford University

Right Triangle Applications: Lesson 3

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Find the connection between trigonometry and tornadoes. Pairs investigate a tornado in Joplin, Mo., and use trigonometry to find its size. The pupils determine the path of the tornado and find the distance needed to travel to help...