Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Powers of a Function
The Chain Rule is presented with a detailed example. It is followed by a demonstration of how the Chain Rule is applied to power functions.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Composition of Functions
This unique site allows one to enter two functions from a list of options, graphs both functions and their composition, then allows the user to trace any of the three via the java applet.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Numb3 Rs: Perfect Out Shuffles
Based off of the hit television show NUMB3RS, this activity give students a real-life context in which to use both compositions of functions and piecewise functions. The lesson is framed in the context of shuffling cards in such a way so...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Composition of Inverse Reciprocal Trig Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] On this site students learn about the composition of inverse trigonometric functions. Students read about inverse reciprocal functions, watch a video about the topic...
Analyze Math
Analyze Math: Tutorial on Compostion of Functions
This site offers a tutorial on compostion of functions. The tutorial works through several example problems to clarify the process.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Functions and Graphs
The system created by Rene Descartes (1596-1650 CE) is explored in depth, covering topics such as definitions, notation, evaluating, domain and range, graphing and more. Interactive examples and demonstrations are enhanced using Live...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Integration by Substitution and Pattern Recognition
[Free Registration/Login Required] Two different techniques for integrating composite functions, pattern recognition and change of variables, are discussed using a process called u-substitution. This pattern recognition uses both of the...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Computing Derivatives
Sample problems that provide ideas about using SMG to assist students in learning to solve derivative problems. Prerequisites: ability to classify functions as power, exponential, product, and composition and how to decompose composite...
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: The Chain Rule
Finding derivatives by using the chain rule is explained through examples in this tutorial.
University of California
Uc Davis: The Chain Rule
Nice comprehensive site on the chain rule the site explains the notation that goes along with the common notation of the chain rule through examples.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Algebra Ii and the Ti 83+
This session will examine how the TI-83+ can be used to improve instruction in Algebra II classes. We will look at different objectives from the Algebra II curriculum and examine several ways that calculators can improve student...
Other
Karl's Calculus Tutor: The Chain Rule
This site provides a detailed overview of the chain rule. Content includes several examples, applications, and exercises.