A Point and a Line to a Parabola!

In this lesson, the student will use the definition of a parabola and a graphing grid (rectangular with circular grid imposed) to determine the graph of the parabola when given the directrix and focus. From this investigation, and using the standard form of the parabola, students will determine the equation of the parabola.
Resource ID#: 28937 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Parabola, directrix, focus, vertex, latus rectum
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Problem-Solving Task,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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