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Curated OER

Pyrotechnics

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students discuss pyrotechnics and what they have noticed about their height and speed. They think about the path which fireworks follow which is a parabola. They follow multiplication patterns to determine the Zero Product Property and...
Unit Plan
Curated OER

M&M: Multiplication Madness

For Teachers 3rd
Students analyze the multiplication facts from zero to ten in the ten lessons of this unit. The concepts of mental multiplication and solving word problems are important components of this unit.
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Washington State University

Washington State University: Sample Problems From Intermediate Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th
Check for college math readiness using this problem sampler. Problems cover high school algebra topics, including linear and quadratic equations, factoring, radicals, rational expressions, synthetic division, complex numbers and more....
Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a tutorial for students in algebra 2 or for those who need a refresher. The site has explanations, definitions, examples, practice problems and practice tests are found covering topics such as linear equations, graphing,...
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Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Simple Fractions

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
This S.O.S. tutorial gives students a basic review of simple fractions. Follow the tutorial to refresh your skills involving simple fraction manipulations. Each section contains problems with links to the answers.
Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Arithmetic

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Remember your multiplication tables? Practice your multiplication, division, and factoring skills with this exciting game. No calculators allowed!
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Solving Quadratic Equations Using Algebraic Methods

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Given a quadratic equation, the student will solve the equation by factoring, completing the square, or by using the quadratic formula.
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Wyzant

Wyzant: Algebra Help

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Heres a comprehensive review of the basics of algebra. WyzAnt includes lessons on varied topics, calculators that show step-by-step solutions, and interactive worksheets for practicing and testing your skills. Just choose a topic and use...
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Factoring

For Teachers 9th - 10th
From pulling out the common factors of a polynomial to giving hints on how to factor a trinomial that does not have a leading coefficient of 1, a comprehensive tutorial for factoring polynomials is given as well as practice, interactive...
Handout
Paul Dawkins

Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: Quadratic Equations Part I

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed math tutorial features notes and examples that illustrate how to solve quadratic equations by factoring and the square root property.
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Math Drills

Math Drills: Number Sense Worksheets

For Students K - 1st Standards
Download these free worksheets to sharpen your number sense skills. Sheets focus on roman numerals, scientific notation, counting, expanded form, exponents, factoring, roots, and rounding.
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Other

Quick Math: Factor Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The process of factoring is essential to the simplification of many algebraic expressions and is a useful tool in solving higher degree equations. In fact, the process of factoring is so important that very little of algebra beyond this...
Lesson Plan
George Mason University

Margo Mankus: Investigating Lcm and Gcf Using Rods

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson plan is for an activity using rods (Cuisenaire Bars) to help students understand the concept of factors, in particular the LCM and GCF of two numbers.
Activity
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Factoring Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Links to numerous question/answer sessions on factoring polynomials.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Factoring Trinomials and Expanding Binomial X Binomial

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This activity uses CAS(TI-89) to investigate patterns in factoring and expanding. Through the patterning, students construct their alegebraic knowledge on factoring and expanding, rather than be given a set of rules to follow
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Connecting Factors and Zeros

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will determine if a quadratic formula is factorable, then they will factor the equation, set each factor equal to 0, and solve for x.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Factoring

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
A teaching activity that makes the equivalence and zeros connection between functions.
Lesson Plan
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Algebra Tiles Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is an algebra tiles lesson in factoring polynomials. The link found a the bottom of the page links to an index of over two hundred lesson plans in various mathematical topics.
Activity
Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Factoring: Some Special Cases

For Students 9th - 10th
In this lesson, special cases of factoring are described, including perfect squares, difference of squares, and difference and sum of cubes. Exercises with answers included.
Unit Plan
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble

Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Polynomial Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
The tutorial investigates how to solve polynomial equations. Students learn about the concept through class notes, examples, and practice problems. Topics include solving quadratic equations, factoring, and the quadratic formula.
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Elias Saab

Math Drills: Roots of Polynomial Functions Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An interactive quiz which provides students with a problem involving a polynomial function to be solved. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student needs them, and explanations are...
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Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra: Gcf and Factoring by Grouping

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent tutorial on GCF of polynomials, including examples and step-by-step instruction on factoring.
Activity
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)

University of Saskatchewan: Factoring Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the University of Saskatchewan provides an explanation of factoring by grouping, greatest common factor, perfect squares, and difference of squares. Higher degree polynomials factored as well. Some examples provided along...
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Other

University of Wisconsin: Basic Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This college site offers a variety of problems and answers. Problems are divided into topic areas for easy access. Also offers quizzes with each topic.