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...
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
Proving Trigonometric Identities
Young mathematicians first learn the basics of proving trigonometric identities. They then practice this skill on several examples.
Curated OER
Trigonometry Puzzle
In this trigonometry activity, students solve for the degree or the ratio in 48 questions using the 6 basic trigonometric functions.
Curated OER
Trigonometric Functions
In this trigonometric functions worksheet, students solve and complete 35 various type of problems. First, they find the values for all six trig functions that pass through the given points. Then, students prove different identities as...
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...
Curated OER
Trigonometric Functions
In this trigonometric functions instructional activity, students graph a given trigonometric function. This one-page instructional activity contains 1 problem. Graph paper is included.
Curated OER
PreCalculus Test Sections 5.1 - 5.2
In this pre-calculus worksheet, students simplify given equations. They prove given identities. This two-page worksheet contains 12 multi-step problems.
Curated OER
Review 13.1-13.2: Unit Circle
In this unit circle activity, students find the sine, cosine, tangent, cotangent, and co-secant of given values. They determine the exact value of trigonometric ratios. Students convert from degrees to radians. This two-page activity...
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Functions
In this functions instructional activity, students solve 10 different problems that include various types of functions. First, they determine the value of the cotangent of 45 degrees. Then, students simplify the expression shown. In...
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Trigonometric Functions
This site examines the six trigonometric functions from a right triangle point of view. Provides information, examples, and lots of exercises for understanding.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Trigonometric Identities
The University of Saskatchewan provides an explanation of trigonometric identities, including the reciprocal identities, the addition and subtraction formulas with sine and cosine, and the double angle formulas. There are links to...
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.
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center, Syracuse University
Npac Reu Program: Trigonometric Functions
This Northeast Parallel Architectures Center of Syracuse University site offers a quick overview of the six trigonometric functions from the standpoint of the unit circle.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Definition of Cotangent
Students learn about cotangent. The tutorial consists of a definition, example, and practice problem to check for comprehension.
Clark University
Clark University: Dave's Short Trig Course
This Clark University trigonometry tutorial site features questions and answers about what students can learn from trigonometry.
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.