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Linear Equations and Cell Phone Plans

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students calculate the amount of minutes they get charged for each month. In this algebra lesson, students relate linear equations to talking on the phone and the cost to do so. They create graph to plot the cost and usage of the cell...
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Median of a Trapezoid

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students find the median of trapezoids and other polygons. In this geometry instructional activity, students identify important properties of trapezoids. They create trapezoids and polygons using Cabri software.
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Areas of Polygons

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students calculate the are of regular polygons. In this geometry lesson, students create polygons on the computer and move it around to create different shapes. They explore the area of different polygons and how they inter-relate.
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The Dragon Curve Fractal

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Young scholars identify the properties of a dragon curve. In this geometry lesson, students identify sequences and patterns as they solve fractals. They investigate patterns found in nature.
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Polynomial Divisions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars factor polynomials and use long division t solve problems. In this algebra lesson, students find the zeros of polynomials by synthetic and long division. They perform operation using complex numbers.
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Cell Phone Plans

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students relate the use of a cell phone to math. In this algebra lesson, students collect data on the usage of their phones and plot it. They analyze the graph and make predictions based on the rate per minute.
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Juggling Slopes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the slope of a line. In this algebra instructional activity, students label slopes as positive, negative, zero or undefined. They use the slope formula to find the slope algebraically and graphically.
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The Fractal Geometry of Nature

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars identify patterns found in nature. In this algebra lesson, students model situation in nature using fractals. They investigate biological geometric structures and draw conclusion based on geometric concepts.
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Pushing Pivots

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students calculate the area and diameter length of a circle. In this geometry lesson, students investigate the use of pivots as they review parts of a circle. They create a circle using cardboard and label all the parts.
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Float the Boat

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students collect data and analyze it using a graph. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify different bodies of water and relate the flowing to math. They collect data on the rate of flow and the height of flow. They...
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Robot Rounding!

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students collect data on a robot and relate the behavior to prove there is an infinite minute set of numbers. In this algebra activity, students verify that there is always a number between two numbers. They analyze and make inference...
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What's Its Slope

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars identify the slope of a lines.For this algebra lesson, students define the  meaning of slope and write an equation given the slope. They graph linear functions using the slope and y-intercept.
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Approximate Solution to an Equation

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve equations through trial and error. In this algebra lesson, students first estimate their answers and then calculate it to check their work. They solve problems involving roots and integers.
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Science and Math Lab (Students Look at Symmetry in Nature)

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners study patterns. In this symmetry in nature instructional activity, students examine objects to determine what type of symmetry they have. They work in small groups to rotate through stations that have objects for them to study.
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Hit Me If You Can!

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Let's Go Slopey

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students create a table of values to graph a line. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope and intercept of a linear equation. They use a Ticalculator to graph their function.
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Iterating Linear Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Pupils use a spreadsheet to investigate data. In this algebra lesson, students collect and graph data on a coordinate plane. They explain properties of a linear equation both algebraically and orally.
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Iterating the Function and Complex Numbers

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students identify the end behavior of polynomial graphs. For this algebra lesson, students factor and solve quadratic and complex equations. They factor out negative roots and identify the real and imaginary parts of an equation.
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Homecoming Tickets

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve word problems using systems of equation. In this algebra lesson, students use computer and graphing to graph and analyze their solution. They solve system involving inequalities.
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Determine the Coordinate of Transformations

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Learners investigate transformation on a coordinate plane. In this geometry lesson, students identify pairs of coordinates and their location on the grid. They perform rotation and reflection of each polygon.
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Telling Time

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students tell time. In this ELL vocabulary development and math lesson, students orally tell time to five minute intervals when shown a classroom clock. Students practice using number and "telling time" vocabulary in sentences and...
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Spaghetti Bridges

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students thread a piece of spaghetti through the holes in the cup. One person suspend the cup by placing each index finger approximately one inch in from the ends of the spaghetti.
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Planning a Trip

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students plan a trip to from 3 to 5 cities of their choice. They design a brochure to travel to the chosen cities. It should be of a quality that it could be used by a customer to decide if they would like to take this trip.
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Unexpected Answers

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students consider probability problems with unexpected and surprising answers.

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