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Extend pupil understanding of derivatives and tangent lines. The problem presented asks individuals to find the points on a graph that have a tangent line parallel to a given line. The instructor shows how to use the concept of a derivative to solve the problem.
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Instructional Ideas
- Post the video as a homework resource
- Use the video as an introduction to differentiation of basic functions
Classroom Considerations
- Ensure learners have previous experience with finding derivatives of exponential and polynomial functions
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Shows all work and explains each step thoroughly
Cons
- Shows only one example, which doesn't allow viewers an opportunity to master the concept
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