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The Optimization of Food

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Young scholars discuss nutrition and how to make better choices with food. In this algebra and nutrition lesson, students discuss the way the body process food and the importance of nutrition for our cells. They discuss calories, fats...
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Slip Slide'n Away

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students analyze the sliding of boxes along a warehouse floor. In this algebra lesson plan, students connect math and physics by calculating the friction created by the sliding of each box. They develop faster method to move the box,...
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Curated OER

Limits

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars practice the concept of limits graphically, numerically and algebraically. They participate in an exploration lab, BINGO game and complete a puzzle.
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Problem Solving Through Communication

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students discuss effective ways to solve and communicate problems. In this word problem lesson, students solve a variety of word problems written by varying authors. They rewrite words using algebraic terminology.
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Connecting Formulas Related to Geometric Figures

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students identify diagrams of quadrilaterals and circles by different names and classify the figures. They name the areas for each diagram and practice solving the formulas for each.
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Slopes of Lines

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine a graph and relate it to the real world situation it depicts. They investigate changes in an equation and the appearance of a line. They investigate the connection between the graph of a situation and the meaning of the...
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Polynomial Multiplication

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars review information about how to multiply polynomials and then work in pairs to complete a worksheet. They use graphing calculations to help them solve their math problems.
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Writing in the Math Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils determine the vertex, y-intercept and direction of a parabola and write an explanation of how to graph a parabola. They collect and graph data using a calculator.
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Battle to the Death: Adding Integers

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
Young scholars explore the concept of adding integers.  In this adding integers lesson, students simulate the battle of the 300 spartans at Thermopylae.  Young scholars use colored game pieces to represent positive and negative...
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Relating Division and Subtraction

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders relate the process of division to subtracting equal groups. Through guided practice and teacher demonstration, they complete division problems using a subtraction method. Students complete problems independently for...