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Derivative Theorems Lesson PlanDerivative Theorems Lesson Plan
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West Contra Costa Unified School District
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11th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Math
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Duration
1 hr 30 mins
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Year
2011
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Derivative Theorems

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Put all of the derivative rules into one basket. The lesson stars with warm-up exercises that provide a connection to previously learned concepts. The lesson plan uses the different derivative theorems to calculate a variety of derivatives. Examples of calculating the derivative include using different rules if possible. It concludes with a set of multiple choice practice items.

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Concepts

derivatives, quotient rule, chain rule, product rule, theorems

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Give small groups different problems to calculate the derivative and share with the class
  • Provide a list of functions and have pupils determine which rule they should use to determine the derivative

Classroom Considerations

  • Make copies of the derivative theorems to hand out to the class

Pros

  • The plan contains answers for both the warm-up exercises along with the independent practice
  • The independent practice items are released AP Exam questions

Cons

  • None

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