Description

Teach IB Math AI SL 1.3 Geometric Sequences with this PowerPoint lesson and matching guided notes. Perfectly aligned with the IB Applications & Interpretation SL syllabus, this resource blends step-by-step instruction, worked examples, and real-world applications to help students master geometric sequences.

Detailed Description

This ready-to-use resource includes a 16-slide PowerPoint lesson and two pages of guided notes that are perfectly aligned with the slides, ensuring smooth delivery and active student engagement.

What’s Covered

• Defining Geometric Sequences

  • Recognize when a sequence is geometric

  • Understand the role of the common ratio $r$

• The nth-Term Formula

  • Using the general term formula to find any term in the sequence

  • Worked examples with integer, fractional, and negative ratios

• Exponential Growth & Decay Contexts

  • Population growth

  • Medicine dosage decrease

  • Radioactive decay

  • Inflation and depreciation models

• Comparing Arithmetic vs. Geometric Sequences

  • Identifying differences in patterns, formulas, and graphs

• IB-Style Application Problems

  • Built-in practice with exam-level rigor

• Key Concepts Summary

  • Reinforces formulas, relationships, and real-world applications

What’s Included

• 16-slide PowerPoint lesson

  • Clear explanations and guided worked examples

  • Structured “You Try” sections for active learning

  • IB-style question integration

• 2-page guided notes

  • Fully aligned to the lesson for seamless delivery

  • Structured fill-in spaces for students

  • Helps students build a personalized reference resource

Why Teachers Love It

• IB-Aligned: Built directly from the Applications & Interpretation SL syllabus

• Ready to Teach: Save prep time with polished slides and matching notes

• Flexible Usage: Perfect for in-class instruction, tutoring, or independent study