Summation Notation Teacher Resources

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The Algebra of Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students use the summation notation correctly as they solve problems. They define the integral of a function and solve problems involving i. There are 14 questions with an answer key.
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Summation Notation, Area, Riemann Sums

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students explore the concepts of summation notation, area, and Riemann sums. Then they apply them for the word problems.
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Worksheet 23

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students practice using summation notation. Then they draw a picture of a sequence of partitions in which the mesh does not go to 0.
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Area, Riemann Sums and Summation Notation

For Students Higher Ed
In this math instructional activity, students solve four problems written in sigma notation. They use Riemann sums to find the areas in four problems involving rectangles. Students work in groups to compute the Riemann sum approximations...
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Exploring the Area Under a Curve

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Using TI-89, mathematicians explore and investigate Riemann sums to estimate the area under the graphs of intervals by drawing and illustrating rectangles. They review and practice the concepts of summation notation and area formulas to...
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Estimating Pi as a Length

For Students Higher Ed
In this pi activity, students evaluate the curve of a quarter of a circle. They analyze the length of the curve, and explain that if the area under the curve is equal to pi, the length of the curve above is also equal to pi. Students...
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Arithmetic Series

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Fall for a series. Learners determine how to find out how far a skydiver falls in the first 20 seconds. The Algebra II lesson introduces the idea of adding up the terms of an arithmetic sequence. Pupils learn how to use Sigma notation to...
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EngageNY

The Mathematics Behind a Structured Savings Plan

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Make your money work for you. Future economists learn how to apply sigma notation and how to calculate the sum of a finite geometric series. The skill is essential in determining the future value of a structured savings plan with...
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Virginia Department of Education

Calculating Measures of Dispersion

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Double the fun — calculate two measures of deviation. The lesson plan provides information to lead the class through the process of calculating the mean absolute deviation and the standard deviation of a data set. After learning how to...
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Virginia Department of Education

Analyzing and Interpreting Statistics

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Use measures of variance to compare and analyze data sets. Pupils match histograms of data sets to their respective statistical measures. They then use calculated statistics to further analyze groups of data and use the results to make...
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Geometric Sequences and Series

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners solve sequences using the geometric mean for sequences and series. They have to find the next number in the pattern using the formula for geometric means. There are 23 problems to be solved.
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Infinite Geometric Series

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders use their knowledge of infinite geometric series to solve problems such as determine in the sum of a series, solving word problems, and converting repeating decimals to fractions.  The one...
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Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Students 11th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students perform operations using arithmetic and geometric sequences and series. They find the sum, missing and repeated terms. There are 22 problems
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Matrices

For Students 9th - 10th
In this calculus activity, students practice solving equations of area and integrals. There are 14 multi-step problems.
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Paul Dawkins

Paul's Online Notes: Calculus I: Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 10th
The tutorial reviews summation notation. Topics discussed are the properties and formulas for summation notation. Class notes, definitions, and examples with detailed solutions are included. The notes are available in pdf format.
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Instructional Video
PatrickJMT

Patrick Jmt: Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 10th
In this video, summation notation is explained using numerous examples. [10:15]
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Missouri State University

Missouri State University: Introductory Statistics: Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Provides a complete look at the mathematical summation sign. Examples of how to interpret and use the sign are presented as needed.
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Instructional Video
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 10th
This video lesson introduces summation or sigma notation. The tutorial provides detailed examples. Students can check their understanding with an assessment.
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University of California

Uc Davis: The Algebra of Sigma (Summation) Notation

For Students 9th - 10th
This page introduces the use of the sigma, or summation, sign. Also provides the properties of summation and gives answers to fourteen good learning exercises.
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Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Series

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Using this tutorial, you'll learn to complete many tasks associated with summation, series, and sequences. Offers definitions and examples of summation notation, series, finite series, and infinite series, as well as several sample...
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Other

University of Northern Iowa: Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the University of Northern Iowa explains the sigma notation and gives an example.
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Math Notes and Math Tests

Pre Calculus Notes: Sequences and Series [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The tutorial discusses sequences and series. Students learn about factorials, recursively defined sequences, and summation notation. The resource consists of class notes and examples with solutions.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Analysis: Sum Notation and Properties of Sigma

For Students 10th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An introduction to summation notation and basic operations on sigma.
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Sum

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives a complete discussion of the advanced applications of the summation operation in mathematics. Provides information about sigma, or summation notation, a manner of writing sums and how to manipulate them. The site also...

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