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Creating a Mathematical Model Using Weather Data
Learners explore the concept of mathematical models. In this mathematical model lesson, students create a mathematical model from data from 4 cities over 15 months. Learners are told they are working for a weather station. Students...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Ellipse
Students explore the concept of ellipses. In this ellipses lesson, they construct ellipses on their paper and follow directions on a worksheet that allow them to investigate an ellipse in more depth by looking at the major axis, foci, etc.
Curated OER
Arithmetic Complex Numbers
Students convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor theorem.
Curated OER
Surfing the Waves
Students use online resources, including animations,to define the slope of a curve and how to calculate the slope. They solve 8 problems online, using the definition of the derivative of a function at a point to calculate slope of the...
Curated OER
Estimating Pi as a Length
In this pi worksheet, students evaluate the curve of a quarter of a circle. They analyze the length of the curve, and explain that if the area under the curve is equal to pi, the length of the curve above is also equal to pi. Students...
Curated OER
Climate and Periodic Functions: Science & Math Integration
High schoolers complete a lab that introduce the scientific concept of climate on Earth. Following the lab, they complete further research on climate. Using average monthly temperatures students construct a mathematical model and analyze...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus Graphs to Know and Love
A list and visuals of standard graphs from y = x to an absolute value.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus More on Sideways Parabolas
This CoolMath resource provides extended learning on the topic of "sideways parabolas" and how to graph them.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus Shifting, Reflecting, Etc.
Description and examples of shifting and reflecting various graphs.
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Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Logarithmic (Log) Functions and Their Graphs [Pdf]
The resource from a professor at San Diego Mesa College investigates logarithmic functions and their graphs. Topics examined are common logs, basic log properties, and domains of logarithmic functions. Class notes and examples are included.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Basic Graphs
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the graphs of the major mathematical functions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus Increasing and Decreasing of Functions Review
This CoolMath resource provides a review of functions.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus Horizontal and Vertical Lines Review
This CoolMath resource provides a review of horizontal and vertical lines.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Multiple Roots
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the graphs of polynomials with multiple roots. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Inverse Functions
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains how to find and graph inverse functions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who...
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Graph a Function, Its Second Derivative
This online tutorial site shows that the concavity of a function is related to the second derivative of the function by using an online graphing system. Inflection points are also briefly discussed.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Quiz on Graphs of Polar Equations
Students show understanding of advanced mathematical concepts in Pre-Calculus. The online quiz tests the scholars on graphs of polar equations.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Quadratics
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains quadratic functions, including graphing functions and solving equations using factoring. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the...
Windstream
Ojk's Pre Calculus Study Page: The Four Other Trig Functions
Trigonometry ratios and their signs are given in this explanation of the other trig functions. Graphs of tangent, cotangent, secant, and cosecant are given. Examples are included.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Ti 89 Activities for Pre Calculus and Ap Calculus
In this Computer Algebra System (CAS) activity, students use the statistical, graphical, and symbolic capabilities of the calculator to make it a powerful tool for investigating and developing mathematical concepts. Includes teacher...
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Exponential Functions and Their Graphs [Pdf]
Students explore exponential functions and their graphs. Exponential decay, the natural exponential function, and compound interest are examined. Proofs, explanations, and examples are included.
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Nonlinear Inequalities [Pdf]
Students explore nonlinear inequalities. Graphs and detailed examples are included.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Polar Coordinates
Learners display understanding of advanced mathematical concepts in Pre-Calculus. The online quiz assesses the scholars on polar coordinates.