Title: (YouTube/Demonstration) Proving Pythagorean Theorem
Course: HBUHSD Geometry Resource Course > Section: Unit 5: Right Triangles and Trigonometric Ratios

Teacher Directions:

Approx. 4.5 minutes

This is a demonstration of the proof of the Pythagorean theorem using similar triangles. It was done using Geometer's Sketchpad. This is not a student assignment. It can be used as a visual for teacher use in a traditional class, as a student resource for a flipped class, or for students self-learning missed content.

If you have Geometer's Sketchpad and would like to use the same demonstration on your own, download it below.

Pyth Thm Proof by Similarity Visuals.gsp

Student Directions:

Watch the video. Rewind, review and take notes as needed.

Link