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ResourceSpotlight
In many high school curricula, the primary objective in the study of parabolas tends to be algebraic, moving quickly to the study of the quadratic function, though the key defining features of this function are geometric in nature. This activity explores the key features of the parabola, both geometrically and algebraically. A variety of interactive representations support student learning as they build their understanding of this important curve and its real-world applications.
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Texas Instruments, Inc.
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ResourceSpotlight
In many high school curricula, the primary objective in the study of parabolas tends to be algebraic, moving quickly to the study of the quadratic function, though the key defining features of this function are geometric in nature. This activity explores the key features of the parabola, both geometrically and algebraically. A variety of interactive representations support student learning as they build their understanding of this important curve and its real-world applications.
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Texas Instruments, Inc.
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A helpful scientific calculator that runs in your web browser window.
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Holt Online Learning
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This video includes sample exercises and step-by-step explanations of conic sections for the California Standards Test.
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Khan Academy
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A tutorial of parabolas,focusing on vertex form and the focus and directrix, including several example problems.
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Algebra Lab
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This page gives a chart summarizing the equations of the conic sections: circle, hyperbola, parabola and ellipse.
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Math 2.org
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Excellent site showing examples of algebra, trig, calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.
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Paul's Online Math Notes
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A site with step by step tutorials on how to draw and graph a variety of mathematical functions
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Analyze Math
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Online graphing calculator, useful for drawing out a function to visualize it or find key points.
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http://www.coolmath.com
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