Curated OER
What is Log?
Young mathematicians differentiate between logs and natural logs in this algebra instructional activity. They solve functions and logarithmic functions. Learners also graph and rewrite the exponential and log functions.
Rice University
Calculus Volume 1
Differentiate between calculus concepts. The beginning of a helpful calculus resource begins with a short review of functions and moves right into limits to define derivatives. The six-chapter resource continues with applications of...
EngageNY
Wishful Thinking—Does Linearity Hold? (Part 1)
Not all linear functions are linear transformations — show your class the difference. The first activity in a unit on linear transformations and complex numbers that spans 32 segments introduces the concept of linear transformations and...
Curated OER
NUMB3RS Activity: Chains and Pyramids
Watch an episode of the TV show, NUMB3RS and then explore the mathematics of chain letters and pyramid schemes, both of which involve geometric progressions and exponential growth. They discuss why both are dangerous and illegal.
Curated OER
Rainbows, Bridges & Weather, Oh My!
Explore how real-world applications can be parabolic in nature and how to find quadratic functions that best fit data. A number of different examples of modeling parabolas are explored including a student scavenger hunt, the exploration...
Curated OER
Applications of Exponential Functions
In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems involving money. They calculate the interest earned over a period of time given the formula. There are 28 questions.
Curated OER
Exponential Equations and Functions
For this college level Pre-Calculus worksheet, students solve problems involving exponential functions. Students determine the domain, range, y-intercept and asymptotes of exponential functions. The three page worksheet contains seventy...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Precalculus: Logarithmic and Exponential Functions
Clearly and thoroughly explains the graphs of logarithmic and exponential 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 have...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Logarithms
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains logarithms and their properties. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who have...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Exponentials and Logarithms
Wrap up a bigger pre-calculus tutorial by taking a look at exponentials and logarithms.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Calculus Logarithms
This CoolMath resource provides guided practice logarithm problems that can be tested on a calculator.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Precalculus
Designed to help high school students to learn precalculus, topics include the formal rules of algebra, rational and irrational numbers and mathematical induction.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Logarithmic Functions
A wonderful study tutorial explaining logarithmic functions. Learn how to solve simple logarithmic functions. Includes many graphs and examples.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Sample Test
A practice test on exponents and logarithms, covering the basics and going through solving exponential and logarithmic equations.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis of Logarithmic Graphs: Graphs of Logarithmic Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Graphing logarithmic functions using transformations. Identifying log functions as the inverses of exponential functions. Students examine guided notes, review...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra Ii: Analysis: Graphs of Logarithmic Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers graphing logarithmic functions. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice and attempt practice problems.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Properties of Logarithms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students use properties of logarithms to rewrite and expand/condense. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Common and Natural Logarithms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students learn about Common (base 10) and Natural (base ''e'') logarithms. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Properties of Logarithms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students use properties of logarithms to rewrite and expand/condense. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Inverse Properties of Logarithms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson explains the inverse properties of a logarithmic function. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice and attempt practice problems.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Laws of Logarithms
Eight laws reguarding logarithms. The laws include the Law of X, 0, 1, and more. Sample problems and solutions provided.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Change of Base Formula
An introduction to logarithms with bases other than 10 and e, and how to work with them when solving equations. This tutorial includes lots of examples and exercises with solutions.
Math2
Math2.org: Exponential Identities
A list of exponential rules and logarithm rules for manipulating such terms and factors in equations or expressions.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: The Formal Rules of Algebra
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains all the rules of algebra from commutative and associative rules through rules for exponents and logarithms. A great review of the important rules from Algebra I and Algebra II! Point...