Flipped Math
Calculus AB/BC - Derivatives of tan(x), cot(x), sec(x), and csc(x)
Continue to differentiate the rest of the trigonometric functions. Pupils see the derivatives of the other four trigonometric functions and begin to memorize the rules. Learners see examples that show that the calculus portion of a...
Mt. San Antonio Collage
Graphing Trigonometric Functions
Double win with a comprehensive worksheet and an excellent worked out answer key. The worksheet itself is twelve pages and begins with the simple sine and cosine graphs, then, develops into the reciprocal trig functions.
CK-12 Foundation
Reciprocal Identities
Get a better understanding of the trigonometric functions by taking a look at the flip side. Pupils create angles within a unit circle and compare the values of the standard trigonometric functions to their reciprocal functions. The...
CK-12 Foundation
Trigonometric Functions of Angles Greater than 360 Degrees: Snowboarding
Spin through the trigonometric functions. Scholars determine the angle of rotation a snowboarding snowman makes at various distances in his jump. The class members then calculate the values of trigonometric functions for those angles.
CK-12 Foundation
Secant, Cosecant, and Cotangent Functions: Hold the Ladder!
Determine the length of a falling ladder. Pupils use an interactive to find the angle a ladder makes with the floor after it falls to answer questions. The scholars use the triangle formed in the interactive to determine values of...
EngageNY
Algebra II Module 2: Mid-Module Assessment
Time for classes to show what they've learned. Use several tasks to assess understanding of the trigonometric functions, unit circle, radians, and basic trigonometric identities.
EngageNY
Secant and the Co-Functions
Turn your class upside down as they explore the reciprocal functions. Scholars use the unit circle to develop the definition of the secant and cosecant functions. They analyze the domain, range, and end behavior of each function.
EngageNY
Proving Trigonometric Identities
Young mathematicians first learn the basics of proving trigonometric identities. They then practice this skill on several examples.
Curated OER
Easy Worksheet: Trigonometry
In this trigonometry worksheet, students solve 4 short answer problems. Students find the sine, cosecant, secant or cotangent of an angle given a diagram of a right triangle with various measurements labeled.
Curated OER
Trigonometry Puzzle
In this trigonometry worksheet, students solve for the degree or the ratio in 48 questions using the 6 basic trigonometric functions.
Curated OER
Precalculus Test Sections 5.1 - 5.2
In this section worksheet, students simplify given addition and division problems containing ratios with sine, cosine, and tangent. They factor problems and prove identities. This two-page worksheet contains 12 problems.
Curated OER
Graph of the Tangent, cotangent, Secant, and Cosecant Functions
In this college level Pre-calculus worksheet, students examine the graphs of the Tangent, cotangent, secant, and cosecant functions. Students find the intercepts and any asymptotes. The seven page worksheet contains sixty-six...
Curated OER
Graphs
In this graphs worksheet, 10th graders identify and solve 10 different problems that include reading various graphs of lines. They determine the equation for each graph whether it is dealing with tangent, cotangent, secant or cosecant.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Trigonometric Functions
Hotmath provides 24 practice problems relating to trigonometric functions. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving their function.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Graphs of Trigonometric Functions
Hotmath provides 20 practice problems on graphs of trigonometric functions. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving their graphs.
Cuemath
Cuemath: Cosecant, Secant and Cotangent Functions
Features graphs of the trigonometric functions cosecant, secant, and cotangent. Includes solved examples and practice questions.
Curated OER
Trig Function Point Definitions
A java applet that relates the unit circle to the graphs of the six trigonometric functions, complete with the values of the functions.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Computing by Degrees!
In this activity, students use the calculator to solve trigonometry problems using sine, cosine, and tangent. They also find inverses of trigonometric functions.
Clark University
Clark University: Dave's Short Trig Course: Summary of Trig Identities
This Clark University page is an excellent reference page for trig identities. It is a little difficult to read so take your time with the formulas. If you remember soh - cah - toa, the other formulas are right here.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Secant, Cosecant, and Cotangent Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers secant, cosecant, and cotangent.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Secant, Cosecant, and Cotangent Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Calculate the secant, cosecant, and cotangent functions using the sides of a triangle.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Sine and Cosecant Graphs
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Define the sine and cosecant graphs using a unit circle.
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Cosecant Function
The trigonometry tutorial investigates the graph of the cosecant function. The interactive tutorial examines the period, phase shift, and range of the cosecant graph. Learners use the applet to manipulate the parameters of the cosecant...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Trigonometric Functions
This site from the University of Saint Andrews provides an historical look at the origins of trig functions. This site ties together mathematics and history from Hipparchus to Ptolemy to Lambert.