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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Richmond, Virginia

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

132- Parametric Equations as a Culminating Precalculus Activity

Thursday, November 13, 2014: 3:15 PM-4:30 PM
E21B (Greater Richmond Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
William Rose

Handouts
  • Presentation #132, Rose, Parametric Equations.pdf (9.5 MB)

  • Studying curves defined by parametric equations can be used to more carefully examine the most important functions of precalculus by combining these in novel and interesting ways. I will present many examples of parametric equations whose representation can challenge students to master their basic inventory of functions.

    Presentation Format: 9-12 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12

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