Method of Teaching
Use the Blackline Master 1.1 to create an overhead for graphing the sine
function. Go over in detail how to graph a trigonometric function. Follow
the sine function demonstration with the cosecant function demonstration
provided in the sample problem below and on the Blackline Master.
Next, use the Blackline Masters 1.2 through 1.4 to create worksheets for the
students. Have the students graph the remaining four trigonometric functions.
Use the topics For Discussion to supplement the worksheets. Engage the trace
feature by pressing TRACE . Move the tracer by pressing or . Tracing
will assist you in discussing the topics.
Using Blackline Master 1.1
The problem discussed above in the Calculator Operations section is presented
on Blackline Master 1.1. The following problem also appears on the
Blackline Master.
Graph the cosecant function by pressing Y= CL to remove an old Y1
expression. To enter the cosecant function for Y1, press MATH , you may
need to touch A CALC if the menu is not already there. Double touch 10 csc,
and press X/θ/T/n . Use the sine function's built-in viewing range, and press
GRAPH to view the graph.
Graphs of Trigonometric Functions/TRIGONOMETRY USING THE SHARP EL-9600 3
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