Teacher Name: Claire Wang

CM: Nicoleta Tataru

Subject-Grade, Period #: Magnet Pre-Calculus, Pd 4
Date 4/1/14

Topic: Logarithms
Enduring Understanding Logarithmic functions and exponential functions
Essential Question (s)
What is an inverse function?
Goal Fit
Standards
3.1.10.E: Describe patterns of change in nature, physical and man made systems.
3.4.10.A: Explain concepts about the structure and properties of matter.
Measurable Objectives
Students will be able to:
Convert between logarithmic and exponential functions
Evaluate logarithmic and exponential expressions
Identify basic properties of logarithms
Assessments
Formal-Chapter 3 Test
Informal- Do Nows, Ticket Outs
Weekly outline

Student Prerequisite Knowledge exponents
Teaching Prerequisite Knowledge
Summary & List of Key Concepts
The logarithm of a number is the exponent to which another fixed value, the base,
must be raised to produce that number. For example, the logarithm of 1000 to base
10 is 3, because 10 to the power 3 is 1000. A logarithm is an exponent, so simple
logarithmic expressions can be evaluated using knowledge about exponents.

Logarithmic functions are the inverse of exponential functions, f(x)=b
x
, and it is
possible to convert between the two types of functions. Logarithmic functions are
used in many applications, including the measurement of the relative intensity of
sounds.
Vocabulary
Students will be able to use and define each
of the following in a manner congruent
with its application in the current unit
Logarithmic function
Base
Exponential function
Inverse function
IEP/Other Considerations

Safety Considerations

Pre-Class
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Assignments/Homework

Anticipatory Set/Motivation/Hook
Procedures
1. Bo Now: Nake youiself a name tag. In exeicises 1-4, evaluate
the expiession without using a calculatoi !" S
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(7 min)
a. T will have the do now SMART board
b. T will circulate around the room to help Ss
c. When the bell rings, T will ask Ss for responses (3 min)
2. Introduction to section 3.3 (2-3 min)
a. T will introduce objectives for the day
3. Notes & Example Problems for Logarithmic Functions (20 min)
a. Ss are already familiar with exponential functions f(x)=b
x

so T will start with what they know and tie in the
relationship between exponential functions (old) and
logarithmic functions (new)
b. T will show examples of changing between logarithmic
and exponential functions then have Ss do d and e.
Resources
1. (T) 3.3 Logarithmic Functions,
SMARTboard (S) pen/pencil, Do Now
sheet
2. (T) 3.3 Logarithmic Functions, (S)
pen/pencil, notes with chart drawn
3. (T) 3.3 Logarithmic Functions, (S)
pen/pencil, notebook/paper
4. (T) 3.3 Logarithmic Functions,
Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
WS
5. (T) 3.3 Logarithmic Functions, ticket
out paper (S) pen/pencil



c.
4. Independent Practice (10 min)
a. Depending on time T will hand out worksheets for
independent practice for Ss to work on in class otherwise it
will be assigned as HW (Exponential and Logarithmic
Functions WS
5. Closure (7-10 min)
a. Ticket Out:

b. T will tie in the specific objective even though all
objectives apply
Closure Ticket Out:
Assignment Exponential and Logarithmic Functions WS
Sponges: handout 2
Extensions:
Bibliography: