Explore the Properties of a Parabola and Practice Writing its Equation

Students learn parabola properties, how to write parabola equations, and how to apply parabolas to solve problems.
Resource ID#: 130847 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Graphing Calculators, Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office, GeoGebra Free Software (Download the Free GeoGebra Software)
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: conic section, parabola, focus of a parabola, directrix, focal length, equation of a parabola
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Presentation/Slideshow
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Geometry

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