Instructional Video

Derivatives

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Instantly find the rate of change at a point. The video presents an example illustrating how to find the rate of change at a point on a function. Using graphs, the presenter illustrates the method of approximating the slope of the tangent line by using the slope of a secant line. The illustration develops the definition of the derivative in the first video in a series of 31.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Stop the video and have learners calculate the derivative of the example before it gives the steps and answer
Classroom Considerations
  • The class should know how to calculate limits
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Contains bookmarks within the video, allowing class members to review specific sections 
  • Uses colors to distinguish lines in the illustration
Cons
  • None