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The Calculus Tutor DVD Series will help students understand the fundamental elements of calculus- -how to take algebra and extends it to include rates of change between quantities. Concepts are introduced in an easy to understand way and step-by-step example problems help students understand each part of the process.

This lesson conceptually introduces the concept of the derivative, which is one of the central topics in Calculus. The derivative is introduced by way of a discussion of real-world experience with position, velocity, and acceleration in everyday life. The position, velocity, and acceleration graphs are drawn to illustrate the point and numerous example problems are worked to reinforce the materia. Grades 9-12. 29 minutes on DVD.