National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Factoring Polynomials
Links to numerous question/answer sessions on factoring polynomials.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Polynomial Division
This site contains a brief explanation of how to divide a polynomial by a monomial by factoring.
Richland Community College
Real Zeros of Polynomial Functions
This site from the Richland Community College contains information on long and synthetic division, the remainder theorem and the factor theorem.
Oregon State University
Calculus Quest: Power Functions
This CalculusQuest site is details the power function by looking at the significance of the function, standard notation, the rules of exponentiation, domains and graphs of power functions, and also calculations. This site is a good...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Calculus and Analysis
Over two dozen links are provided at this MathWorld site. From Polynomials and Series to Dynamical Systems and Catastrophe Theory, each link provides in-depth explanations and relevant diagrams of the topics at hand.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Exploring Pascal's Triangle
Contains lessons and activities on Pascal's Triangle at three levels: elementary, intermediate, and advanced.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Factoring Trinomials and Expanding Binomial X Binomial
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
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Polynomials
These questions about polynomials involve finding the zeros, writing the equation of the polynomial given the zeros, and determining the end behavior. Questions are multiple choice and true/false; solutions are provided.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Looking at Polynomials as Dynamic Mathematical Objects
In this activity, students use the TI InterActive! to construct the expression of a polynomial curve based on its dynamic properties. They explore the behavior of the curve at certain points within its domain. Students also determine the...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: First Degree Monomials and Binomials
Students will apply basic operations to monomial and binomial expressions after recognizing the characteristics of polynomials.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Factored Polynomials
The students will identify x-intercepts of polynomials and then write their own equations for polynomials.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Second Degree and Higher Polynomials
Students will apply the four basic operations to polynomials and factor polynomials.
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)
Smile: Algebra Tiles Lesson Plan
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.
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)
Smile: Number Patterns in Pascal's Triangle
Contains relevant information regarding the Pascal's Triangle "Inform the learners that the rows and columns of integers that make up the triangle known as "Pascal's Triangle" contain many number patterns that they can easily recognize...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Equation Grapher
The interactive simulation allows learners to explore the features of polynomial curves. Students can alter constants to investigate changes in the curves. The resource also includes activities that can be used with the simulation.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra: Gcf and Factoring by Grouping
Excellent tutorial on GCF of polynomials, including examples and step-by-step instruction on factoring.
National Institute of Educational Technologies and Teacher Training (Spain)
Ministerio De Educacion: Polinomios
Practice working with polynomials with this interactive module.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Polynomials: Definition and Evaluation
A great lesson on polynomials is found at this Purplemath resource. Provides a clear definition of what a polynomial is, tells how to tell what the different degrees of a polynomial are, and how to simplify polynomials by combining like...
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Factoring Polynomials
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...
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 1 Review
A more advanced review of algebra concepts and practice review problems ranging from the basic rules of algebra to polynomials. A good test of readiness for higher level math courses.
Other
University of Wisconsin: Basic Algebra
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.
Other
Math Help Algebra Synthetic Division
Works through a step-by-step example that gives a good explanation of how to do synthetic division. Also provides other example problems.
Other
Polynomial and Polynomial Matrix Glossary
Information on polynomial matrices and their characteristics.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Mathopolis: Expanding Quiz
Practice simplifying polynomials in this self-checking assessment.