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PBS

Using Variables in Simple Equations

For Teachers 4th - 7th Standards
A Cyberchase clip shows Hacker creating a game show that uses a variable to find out how much power is produced by a gleamer bug. Follow the video with a lesson about using variables to solve equations. Terrific handouts and assessments...
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Pace University

Grades 7-8 Independent and Dependent Variables

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
It all depends upon the independence. The differentiated instruction lesson introduces learners to independent and dependent variables. Using real-world situations, scholars gain a conceptual understanding of the difference between the...
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Curated OER

Correlation of Variables by Graphing

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Middle and high schoolers use a spreadsheet to graph data. In this graphing instructional activity, learners determine how two parameters are correlated. They create a scatter plot graph using a computer spreadsheet.
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Curated OER

Writing Variable Expressions for Physical Models

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Explore the concept of writing variable expressions by examining the similarities between expressions with numbers and expressions with variables. Emerging mathematicians determine rules for sequences and patterns before writing a rule...
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Curated OER

Number Lines, Variables, Solving for One Variable

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Review basic algebraic rules of addition of integers. Then have the class define a variable and explore methods of solving equations with one variable. They observe solving expressions using inverse operations and simplifying solutions....
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Curated OER

Variable Problems

For Students 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers complete one and two digit number word problems containing variables. They complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Curated OER

One Variable Word Problems

For Students 6th - 8th
Here is a one-variable word problems worksheet in which learners complete word problems dealing with all four operations and one variable. They complete a total of 18 problems.
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Curated OER

Graphing and Interpreting Linear Equations in Two Variables

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Graph linear equations using a table of values. Learners solve equations in two variables using standard form of an equation. They identify the relationship between x and y values.
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Interactive
PHET

Equality Explorer: Two Variables

For Students 6th - 12th Standards
Solving equations in two variables can't be that much harder than solving equations in one variable. Using a balance interactive, scholars solve equations in two variables. They apply inverse operations by adding -x, -y, or -1 as...
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Organization for Educational Technology & Curriculum

Introduction to Variables and Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Begin your next algebra unit with this introductory lesson on variables and algebraic expressions. This plan requires a SMART board and includes a SMART notebook file. The file contains a guiding question and two learning activities that...
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Curated OER

Pre Algebra Variables

For Students 5th - 10th
Here is a variable equations worksheet which invites learners to solve equations with variables in them involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Pupils complete nine problems.
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Mathematics Assessment Project

Solving Linear Equations in One Variable

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
A thorough and professional appearance characterizes a lesson on linear equations. Maturing mathematicians are taught to identify and exemplify linear equations with a single variable. They also classify equations according to the number...
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Curated OER

Extension: Using Variables and Expressions

For Students 6th - 7th
Here is a variables and extensions worksheet in which learners create variable tables to solve a set of seven problems, then discuss which businesses described in the problems they would like to start.
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Curated OER

Multiple Variables in an Equation

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Young mathematicians apply problem-solving skills to equations that have more than one variable. They will work through the process to problem solve and discover the solution.
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Curated OER

One-Variable Inequality Word Problems

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Here is a great set of eight scenarios that require the writing of a one-variable inequality and then solving to find the solution. This inequality word problem activity is then followed by the solutions to each of the eight problems.
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Curated OER

Equations with Variables

For Students 5th - 8th
Use this equations worksheet to have learners use the numbers given for the variable in the equation and then solve the equation. They complete five problems.
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Curated OER

Interactivate: Introduction to Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
This interactive website provides a variety of lesson plans according to which standards you are applying and which textbook you use. Introduce functions to your class by having them construct single operation machines and create...
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Texas Instruments

Exploring Basic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Learners explore equations with constants, variables and with exponents. They identify and define variables, constants, exponents, expressions, and equations, as well as give an example of each. Your class will also draw their...
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Curated OER

Balanced Equations

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Help your math class understand variables. This activity is for a visual learner. They will use weights and a balance scale to show how the sides of an equation are equal. Worksheet is included.
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Curated OER

Order of Operations with Variable Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore grouping symbols to mathematical equations to discover the importance of the "order of operations." Learners compare the absence of commas in connected text to the absence of grouping symbols in mathematical...
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Norm Mitchell

Reteaching Page 2.1 Variables and Expressions

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
The vocabulary for working with variable is expressions is listed at the top of this handout. Prealgebra pros evaluate four expressions when a value is assigned to the variables. Then an explanation is given about how changing the value...
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Utah Education Network (UEN)

Solving Single-Variable Equations Part II

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Brainiacs explore the concept of solving single-variable equations.They use inverse operations to solve equations, and participate in activities such as balancing an equation scale. This is an awesome lesson plan, complete with game...
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Curated OER

Simple Linear Equations (B)

For Students 6th - 7th
Learners solve 18 equations by isolating the variable using the inverse operation. They determine the value of each variable.
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Curated OER

Simple Linear Equations - Including Fractions (B)

For Students 7th
Middle schoolers solve 18 equations with a variable and an extra number operation. Example: 5 + 7f= 33.

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