Applications of Conic Sections

The conics are brought to life by a team of teenagers seeking to answer that age-old question, “What good is math in the real world?” Each of the conics is introduced by Professor McConical, a teacher from bygone days when math was thought of as all formulas and memorization. His stark definitions are vividly illustrated as the teens navigate through video segments and computer graphics. The conics are seen in action as we take a tour of architectural structures, astronomical phenomena, medical technology and more. Each application, combined with easy-to-understand graphics, serves to reinforce students’ understanding of locus definitions and reflective properties.

Includes:

video, plus teacher’s resource book, student handouts in digital format