Quadratic Function Teacher Resources

In this algebra activity, students identify the vertex of a quadratic functions. They identify complex numbers. There are 6 questions.

In this math worksheet, learners solve problems involving radicals in six problems. The other ten problems require students to factor quadratic equations and solve for the given variable. Two problems involve negative exponents.

Students investigate quadratic functions graphically and algebraically.

Students practice graphing quadratic equations to find the vertex of quadratic functions. They determine if the graph opens upward or downward as well as convert quadratic equations to vertex form from polynomial form. A lab version is...

Students are introduced to the construction geometrically of parabolas. Using a software program, they identify lines, segments and midpoints. They label the parabolas properties and characteristics and use a formula to determine the...

Pupils use the bisection method to approximate the roots of a polynomial. They evaluate functions for a given point, graph linear and quadratic functions, and recognize the elements of polynomial expressions.

Students differentiate functions.  In this differentiating functions lesson, students use the quotient rule to differentiate functions.  Students use the quotient rule to differentiate rational functions such as a quadratic...

Students investigate the origin of the quadratic function. In this algebra lesson, students analyze solving an equation by completing the square. They compare the early methods as compared to our method for solving quadratics.

Armed with their newfound (or refreshed) knowledge of the quadratic formula, viewers can now work with Sal to prove the formula - an important skill that is often ignored in algebra. Once they learn how to both use and prove the...

Learners practice generating parabolas with a motion sensor while determining the vertex form of the equation. They compare it to the regression equation from the calculator onto a data mate software. Each student completes several...

If your math students are having a hard time with graphing and slopes, this video could be a great resource as they prepare for the SAT. Sal takes care in explaining his thought process, making sure where to note different strategies to...

Paper folding, flu spreading in a school, bacteria growth, and continuously compounded interest all provide excellent models to study exponential functions. This is a comprehensive resource that looks at many different aspects of...

An informative module highlights eight polynomial concepts. Learners work with polynomial functions, expressions, and equations through graphing, simplifying, and solving. 

Graphing doesn't need to be tedious!  When pupils understand key features and transformations, graphing becomes efficient. This lesson connects transformations to the vertex form of a quadratic equation. 

Throught this subscription-based sight, learners explore different aspects of the parabola by changing equations from standard to vertex form. Next, find the general form of the vextex based on the values of a, b, and c, and investigate...

Focusing on this algebra lesson, learners relate quadratic equations in factored form to their solutions and their graph from a number of different aspects. In some problems, one starts with the original equation and finds the...

Watch this video and find out how to graph a quadratic equation when it's in intercept form! After going through the different forms of quadratic equations, an instructor leads viewers through an example problem. For the example problem,...

Get to the root of the problem with an instructive lesson! Learners find the roots of a function using the quadratic formula. A video shows the process and includes an explanation of the substitution steps. 

The sky's the limit of what you create when combining functions! The module begins with a review of transformations of parent functions and then moves to combining different function types using addition, subtraction, and...

Completing the square is an effective way to solve a quadratic equation. Introduce your class to this technique and use this video to complement your lesson. This resource takes viewers through the process of completing the square,...

Starting with a quadratic equation in standard form, the instructor shows you how to rewrite the equation to vertex form. She shows step-by-step how to complete the square.

Use an informative video on the quadratic equation to help math learners of all levels. Remember that if there is a solution, there will be two values. In word problems, it might be that only one of the values might answer the question....

High schoolers analyze the vertex form of a parabola and find an approximate fit of a model. They explain the quadratic parabola function and its properties by developing quadratic models. They use translation and dilation to change the...

You might be familiar with graphing a quadratic equation but what about a quadratic inequality? This video walks you through an example of graphing a quadratic inequality by first graphing a quadratic equation using factoring to find the...