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Jason Slowbe
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Jason Slowbe
12th Grade Math
104 Lessons
Great Oak High
Temecula, CA
Suburban Environment
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12th Grade Math
(10 Units, 104 Lessons)
Unit 3 - Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation(21 Lessons)
Unit 1 - Back to School(6 Lessons)
Unit 2 - Limits and Derivatives(10 Lessons)
Unit 3 - Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation(21 Lessons)
Unit 4 - Applications of Differentiation, Part 1(5 Lessons)
Unit 5 - Applications of Differentiation, Part 2(8 Lessons)
Unit 6 - The Integral(9 Lessons)
Unit 7 - Applications of Integration(14 Lessons)
Unit 8 - Differential Equations(8 Lessons)
Unit 9 - Full Course Review via Motion(17 Lessons)
Unit 10 - The Final Stretch - Preparing for the AP Exam(6 Lessons)

Sketching Derivative Functions (Part 1 of 2)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:We’ve developed the idea of the derivative as the slope of a tangent line. Today we use this idea to sketch graphs of derivative functions.
Standards
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20 Resources
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Sketching Derivative Functions (Part 2 of 2)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Visually estimating tangent slopes point-by-point to plot the derivative can be tedious. Today we look for ways to improve this process.
Standards
MP1MP5MP7
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24 Resources
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24 Resources
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Sketching Antiderivative Graphs (Part 1 of 2)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:What does f ’ say about f ? By analyzing the process for sketching derivatives graphically, students will reverse this process to sketch f.
Standards
20 Resources
1 Favorite
20 Resources
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Sketching Antiderivative Graphs, In The Lab
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Got technology? Students will use an excellent online applet for using the graphical behavior of f ’ and f ” to sketch the antiderivative f.
Standards
MP1MP2MP3
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18 Resources
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18 Resources
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Sketching Antiderivative Graphs (Part 2 of 2)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:What do f ’ and f ” say about f ? By reversing the process for sketching derivatives graphically, students will be able to sketch f.
Standards
MP1MP2MP3
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22 Resources
1 Favorite
22 Resources
1 Favorite

Multiple Representations of Multiple Derivatives
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Graphs and Tables and Words, oh my! Using multiple representations to describe relationships among f, f’, and f” promotes understanding.
Standards
17 Resources
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17 Resources
1 Favorite

Introducing the Power Rule
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:I am SICK of using the difference quotient! Through strategically chosen functions, students form conjectures about the Power Rule.
Standards
15 Resources
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15 Resources
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The Product and Quotient Rules
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:(fg)’ = f ’g’ right? In this lesson we not only introduce the product and quotient rules, but disprove common errors students like to make.
Standards
20 Resources
2 Favorites
20 Resources
2 Favorites

Gettin' Triggy Wit It
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:With sketching derivative functions graphically and the quotient rule, students will discover the derivatives of the 6 trig functions.
Standards
21 Resources
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21 Resources
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The Chain Rule
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Something is missing. The derivative of (5x+1)^3 is not 3(5x+1)^2. With strategically chosen examples, students discover the Chain Rule.
Standards
19 Resources
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19 Resources
3 Favorites

Chain Rule Continued
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:How does the Chain Rule meld with other derivative rules? Students apply multiple rules simultaneously to differentiate functions.
Standards
MP1MP2MP3
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20 Resources
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20 Resources
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Chain Chaaain Chaaaaaiin
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:It’s time to close the deal. Let’s make a lasting, memorable impression so students will always remember to use the Chain Rule.
Standards
18 Resources
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18 Resources
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Differentiation - The Next Level
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Why learn all these derivative rules? Today students engage with multi-step differentiation and use derivatives to identify critical points.
Standards
18 Resources
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18 Resources
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Finding Local and Absolute Extrema (Part 1 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Mount Everest or just a Bunny Hill? Today students use derivatives to identify local and absolute extrema on an interval.
Standards
21 Resources
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21 Resources
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Finding Local and Absolute Extrema (Part 2 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Continuing from yesterday, students will evaluate derivatives at given points then reverse that process to find critical points and extrema.
Standards
17 Resources
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17 Resources
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Finding Local and Absolute Extrema (Part 3 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Today we conclude using derivatives to find extrema on closed intervals, quiz on computing derivatives, and preview the 1st derivative test.
Standards
16 Resources
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16 Resources
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The First Derivative Test
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:We have used multiple derivative relationships to identify a function’s extrema graphically. Now, let’s develop an algebraic approach.
Standards
19 Resources
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19 Resources
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The First and Second Derivative Tests
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Our prior work with multiple derivatives is paying off; today students will develop the 2nd derivative test on their own.
Standards
17 Resources
1 Favorite
17 Resources
1 Favorite

Differentiation Practice and Review (Part 1 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:This unit was long and segmented. Today we start reassembling the pieces to create a coherent understanding of differentiation techniques.
Standards
19 Resources
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19 Resources
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Differentiation Practice and Review (Part 2 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:Connections are critical. Today we continue reassembling the pieces to create a coherent understanding of differentiation techniques.
Standards
MP1MP3MP4
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15 Resources
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15 Resources
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Differentiation Practice and Review (Part 3 of 3)
12th Grade Math
» Unit:
Formalizing Derivatives and Techniques for Differentiation

Big Idea:We conclude the 3 synthesis days providing students much needed time to make meaningful connections among topics and retain their learning.
Standards
19 Resources
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19 Resources
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