Instructional Video

Chain Rule for Derivatives, with Trig Functions

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Break the chain in finding derivatives of trigonometric functions. The short video provides a demonstration of finding the derivative of a trigonometric function where the argument is a function. The 12th video in a series of 31 focuses on using the chain rule.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide additional practice problems similar to the one demonstrated
  • Have the class explain the chain rule in their own terms
Classroom Considerations
  • Individuals should know the derivative of trigonometric functions
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Provides an explanation of the inside and outside function concept associated with the chain rule
  • Explains the reasoning behind each derivative taken
Cons
  • None