Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to apply trigonometry to solve problems, including those involving bearings.
Materials and Prep
- Paper
- Pencil
- Protractor
- Ruler
Before starting this lesson, make sure you have a good understanding of basic trigonometry concepts such as sine, cosine, and tangent.
Activities
- Activity 1 - Introduction to Bearings: Practice identifying different types of bearings and understanding how they are used in navigation.
- Activity 2 - Solving Trigonometry Problems: Solve a variety of trigonometry problems that involve bearings. Use your knowledge of trigonometric functions to find missing angles and sides in triangles.
- Activity 3 - Real-world Applications: Apply your skills to real-world scenarios where understanding bearings and trigonometry is crucial, such as map reading or orienteering.
Talking Points
- "Bearings are used to describe the direction of one point from another point using angles measured clockwise from the north direction."
- "Trigonometry helps us solve problems involving angles and sides of triangles. Remember SOH-CAH-TOA!"
- "When working with bearings, always pay attention to the reference direction and use trigonometric functions to find the missing information."