Investigate the rate of change of graphs at a defined point with a video that explains the concept of a tangent line and how to find the slope of this line at a given point on a curve. The narrator also makes the connection to the derivative.

Concepts

differentiable, slope, curves, tangent lines

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign or show the specific part of the video that reaches your lesson objectives
• Ask learners to record notes as they watch the video

Classroom Considerations

• Video provides an overview of the study of calculus in addition to the lesson
• Designed for AP calculus classes

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The video shows a summary of the lesson to allow for individuals to find specific examples quickly

Cons

• The video is lengthy and may not hold the attention of pupils

Common Core

HSF-IF.B.6