Trigonometry Lesson 4 (Teachers)

Measuring Angles Using Radians

In this lesson, the students will explore the radian as a unit of measure. They will estimate the measure in radians of arcs, and also help us think about the connection between radians and degrees. 

Episode 1: Making Sense

The students investigate the radian as a unit of measure. They start by estimating the measure of two angles in radians. 

Episode 2: Exploring

The students draw an angle that measures two radians. 

Episode 3: Repeating Your Reasoning

The students continue exploring angles by measuring two angles in radians. 

Episode 4: Reflecting

The students solidify how many radians are in various amounts of rotation and think about how that relates to degrees. 


Mathematics in this Lesson

Targeted Understandings

This lesson can help students:

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Common Core Math Standards

Common Core Math Practices