RAM and the Definite Integral
Objective
SWBAT approximate area under functions using Riemann Sums by hand and with technology. SWBAT explain the connection between Riemann Sums and the definite integral.
Big Idea
An infinite number of rectangles? Of zero width? Today students make connections between RAM and evaluating definite integrals.
Video Narrative - Lesson Overview
Warm-up and Homework Review
30 minutes
Setting the Stage
8 minutes
Investigation
19 minutes
Closure + Homework
3 minutes
Links
Matheatre Song, Without Riemann