Calculus Grapher
About
Topics
- Derivative
- Integral
Description
Draw a graph of any function and see graphs of its derivative and integral. Don't forget to use the magnify/demagnify controls on the y-axis to adjust the scale.
Sample Learning Goals
- Given a function sketch, the derivative, or integral curves
- Use the language of calculus to discuss motion
- Explain what the effect of a discontinuity in a function has on the derivative and the integral curves
- Explain the difference between smooth versus piecewise continuous function curve
- Be able to describe in words with illustrations what the derivative and integral functions are.
- Students generalize the idea of a graph [F(x) vs x] or [x(t) vs t] can represent the same thing.
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For Teachers
Teacher Tips
Overview of sim controls, model simplifications, and insights into student thinking ( PDF ). |
Teacher-Submitted Activities
Title | Authors | Level | Type | ||
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Algebra-based Physics Semester one lessons, clicker questions, and schedule in pdf (Inquiry Based) | Trish Loeblein | HS UG-Intro |
HW Demo Lab |
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Calculus Grapher: Relating motion graphs to calculus graphs | Trish Loeblein, Mike Dubson | HS UG-Intro |
CQs HW |
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Calculus Grapher for Math (Pre-Calculus or Calculus) | Trish Loeblein, Mike Dubson | UG-Intro HS |
CQs HW Demo |
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How do PhET simulations fit in my middle school program? | Sarah Borenstein | MS | Other | ||
Alignment of PhET sims with NGSS | Trish Loeblein | HS | Other | ||
MS and HS TEK to Sim Alignment | Elyse Zimmer | MS HS |
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PhET Simulations Aligned for AP Physics C | Roberta Tanner | HS | Other | ||
Kinematics | Wang Yunhe | HS | Lab | ||
Calculus Graphing | Patrick Foley | HS | Lab | ||
미적분 그래프 작성기 사용설명서 | 이화국(Wha Kuk Lee) | HS UG-Intro |
Demo CQs Lab |
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Simulações no Ensino de Fisica | Carla Tavares | HS | Lab Discuss Demo Other MC HW Guided |
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Related Simulations
Software Requirements
Windows | Macintosh | Linux |
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Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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OS 10.5 or later Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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Credits
Design Team | Third-party Libraries | Thanks To |
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