Calculus Grapher
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Calculus Grapher can create function graphs, can draw a graph of any function and see graphs of its derivative and integral. Don't forget to use the magnify/demagnify controls on the y-axis to adjust the scale.
Non-obvious controls:
1. The UNDO button will erase the last change (up to 50 changes); there is no REDO button.
2. The ZOOM on each graph is independent of the others. Students may need some guidance to interpret. The activity Calculus Grapher for Math would be helpful.
3. If you are doing a lecture demonstration, set your screen resolution to 1024x768 so the simulation will fill the screen and be seen easily.
4. There is a zoom feature for all Flash simulations. Right click on the sim and select Zoom in. This can be helpful when you are using a projector or writing a lesson where you want a screen shot.
5. The control box can be moved by clicking on the border and dragging.
Important modeling notes / simplifications:
* As you draw a curve, sections are changed not the entire line.
* If you want to draw a sine curve that is uses the entire length, press ZERO first.
Requirements:
* Java
The license of this software is Freeware, you can free download and free use this graphing software.