Build a solid understanding of trigonometric transformations through exploration. Learners work in teams to analyze the effects of different algebraic components on the graph of a sine function. 

Concepts

transformations, sine, graphing trigonometric functions, periods, amplitude, frequency

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use a graphic organizer for note taking while discussing the key features of the function
• Use the practice problems as board work to check for understanding and identify misconceptions

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a graphing calculator or graphing software
• The 12th lesson in a series of 19

Pros

• Lesson begins with teaching notes to build the background of the lesson
• Provides handouts and worked out answer keys for each component of the lesson

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-IF.C.7.e MP3 MP7 MP8