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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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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Evaluating Expressions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
In this expression worksheet, pupils substitute values for given variables and then simplify the equation. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems, with answers.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Expressions Worksheet

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math activity, middle schoolers simplify the expressions. They create new expressions converting words into variables. They also practice using the order of operations.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Eight Simplify Radical Expressions Problems

For Students 8th - 11th
In this radical expressions worksheet, learners simplify eight expressions contains radicals, variables, and exponents.  Students should be familiar with factoring quadratics in order to complete this worksheet.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Language of Algebra

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young scholars compare the language of algebra to a foreign language. They play the game "Pictionary" to emphasize that pictures can represent words. After writing definitions and discussing the meaning of variable expressions,...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Test #2 Equations Review

For Students 7th - 9th
In this equations review worksheet, students solve algebraic equations with one variable.  They use inverse operations to solve for the unknown.  Students translate word sentences to number sentences and then solve.  This two-page...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Section 2.1 & 2.2 Solving Equations

For Students 7th - 10th
This two page worksheet contains 32 problems to solve. There are examples given for each set of problems. The first set is to work on adding or subtracting a term to get the variable by itself. The second set is about dividing both sides...
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Worksheet
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Substitution

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students find the solutions to the eighteen problems while substituting the numbers for the variables in the expressions.
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Worksheet
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Solving Equations

For Students 8th - 9th
In this solving equations worksheet, students solve and complete 22 different problems that include using addition and subtraction. First, they solve each equations for the state variable. Then, students define a variable, write an...
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Interactive
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Introduction to Quadratic Equations

For Students 8th
In this quadratic equations worksheet, 8th graders solve and complete 7 various types of problems. First, they find the area for each rectangle with a given perimeter. Then, students describe the shape of the graph and use the equation...
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Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 1: Getting Ready Module

For Teachers 6th - 10th Standards
This fabulous resource is a must-have for any algebra teacher's arsenal of lessons. Developing the idea of equations and use of variables from basic physical scenarios, learners gain valuable intuition in the structure and meaning of...
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Solving Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
For this math worksheet, middle schoolers solve the problems using the rules of equality. They simplify the equations and find the values of the variables.
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Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore multiplying polynomials. They observe solving polynomials using the standard order of operations, FOIL, and the box method. Throughout the demonstration, students explore strategies of solving word problems such as...
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Worksheet
Math Mammoth

Distributive Property

For Students 7th - 8th
In this math activity, students are given 30 problems to solve involving the distributive property, variables, parentheses, and area problems. The final set of problems asks students to solve problems mentally, without writing them down,...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Transforming Formulas

For Students 7th - 12th
In this formulas worksheet, students transform and algebraically manipulate formulas for various variables.  There are 5 multiple choice questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Miles of Tiles - The Pool Border Problem

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students recognize patterns and represent situations using algebraic notation and variables. In this variables and patterns lesson, students identify a pattern involving the number of tiles required to form a border around a pool given...
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Lesson Plan
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Exponent Rules

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the rules of exponents. They practice solving problems that use exponents in a variety of contexts. Students are shown how to use the rules in numerical sequences and after translation...
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Introductory Exponents

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students participate in a lesson plan combining language arts with mathematics. First, they write a paragraph explaining what it means to multiply two numbers. Then students practice using exponents in different problems.
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Lesson Plan
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Equations in Motion: Design and construct a mobile

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students participate in a lesson that covers the concepts of solving equations and inequalities. To master the concept they must demonstrate visually and verbally how both sides of an equation must be balanced. They construct a balanced...
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Lesson Plan
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Finding Patterns in Tiles

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore perimeter and area of rectangles. In this rectangular lesson, students use tiles to discover the formulas for perimeter and area. Students solve for area.