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Challenge: Moles in Holes
Move the moles to the holes in this simple coding exercise on using parameters in function calls. The task is broken down for you and the function that draws the mole is already provided. Your job is to add JavaScript code to call the...
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Exploring Quadratic Data with Transformation Graphing
Using a data collection device to collect data regarding a bouncing ball, young scholars use various features on graphing calculators to experiment with the parameters of the vertex form of the parabola and their effect on the shape of...
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Garden Grade 6 Area and Perimeter
Engage young mathematicians in applying their knowledge of area and perimeter with a fun geometry activity. Through a series of problem solving exercises, children use their math knowledge to design different-sized garden...
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Challenge: Funny Face
A simple face can draw on the computer canvas using four lines of code each containing slightly different parameters to the ellipse function. Learners are guided through making changes to certain features such as making the mouth or eyes...
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Challenge: Say Your Name
Practice creating and using functions in a simple JavaScript coding exercise. Move code inside the function definition and then add lines to call the simple function. Adding function parameters and return values are covered later in this...
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Project: Fish Tank
Create your own exotic aquarium, well, virtual aquarium. Fill it full of various fish and sea life, add animation, color, and interactivity using JavaScript. This task utilizes your classes' knowledge of functions, parameters, and local...
Physics Classroom
Being Impulsive About Momentum Change
Scholars quantitatively apply their knowledge relating impulse, force, and time in the collision of objects. Three progressive levels challenge pupils with different ways of analyzing these problems. They identify multiple collision...
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Effects of Parameter Changes
Students define properties of a quadratic equation. In this algebra lesson, students graph and factor quadratic functions. They write equations for polynomials, given a graph.
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Get Your Techno On
Desert regions are hotter for multiple reasons; the lack of vegetation causes the sun's heat to go straight into the surface and the lack of moisture means none of the heat is being transferred into evaporation. This concept, and other...
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Slider Template
Students identify parameters using a slider template. In this precalculus lesson, students relate a slider to a calculator. It provides the students the opportunity to control the perimeter of the equations.
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Families of Functions
Learners use sliders to change the parameters of functions and examine how shifting parameters affects a graph. They identify the parameters of functions, find vertical and horizontal stretches, then calculate the scale factor and other...
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Standard Form of Quadratic Functions
Students factor quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students identify the factors and use them to graph the parabola. They find the parameters and vertex of each graph.
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Parametric Races & Slopes
Learners investigate the slopes and parametric equations. In this calculus lesson, students solve parametric equations with specific parameters. They relate lines and slopes based on the derivative of the equation.
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Hoopla Shuffle: Gross Motor Development
Using cones and large hoops, have your athletes move the hoops around the gym using only their feet. They must do so within various parameters: both feet inside or outside the hoop, one in and one outside it, or twirling it around one...
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Introduction to Parametric Equations
Students write and solve parametric equations. In this algebra lesson, students find and eliminate parameter of equations. They graph parametric equations and analyze the graphs.
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Watts Up Doc?
Students examine the wattage of a light bulb using math. In this algebra lesson, students find the inverse square of given parameter. They work in groups collecting and analyzing data.
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Getting it Right!
Students investigate error. As shown in earlier activities from navigation lessons 1 through 3, without an understanding of how errors can affect position, one cannot navigate well. Students explore how computers can help in navigation....
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Trigonometric Transformations
Students perform transformation on trig functions. In this precalculus lesson, students relate the London Eye observation wheel to trig function. They use a TI navigator to visualise the parameter created by this view and relate it to...
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Challenge: SmileyFace
Two smiley faces are better than one. The interactive lesson challenges pupils to use methods to alter a program to make it more efficient. Individuals use the new code to create multiple smiley faces that speak. The engaging activity is...
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Diamante Poems
Third graders discuss what diamante stands for in English. They discover the elements of a Diamante poem by observing the teacher writing a poem. Using their journals, 3rd graders create their poem using different parts of speech and...
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Chaos and Fractal Applications
Eighth graders identify the different applications of fractals. In this math lesson, 8th graders use graphing calculator to solve algorithms. They explain how changing parameters and initial conditions affect the solutions.
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Teaching a Language Function Based on Communicative Principles
Students, through the creation of several natural dialogs, experiment with social parameters of the language. They work with how languages vary depending on the relationship between the speakers and the types of tasks being discussed....
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Exploring the CTK-671
Students demonstrate the operational aspects of the CTK-671 by selecting various tones, advanced tones, and rhythm patterns based on parameters set by the teacher.
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Fossil Fuels (Part I), The Geology of Oil
Junior geologists work through three mini-lessons that familiarize them with the formation and location of fossil fuels. Part one involves reading about petroleum and where it comes from via a thorough set of handouts. A lab activity...