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Strong Arm Iteration

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve exponential functions and inequalities. In this algebra instructional activity, students find the roots of equations and use it to graph and evaluate exponential functions. They simplify exponents using the law of exponents.
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Area and dimensions

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders study the concepts of area and dimensions. In this area and dimensions lesson, 6th graders work in pairs to complete the handout included that illustrates ways to represent various numbers. Students also determine what...
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Introduction to Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Learners examine the concept of sequences. Students create a sequence using varied starting numbers, multipliers, and add on values. Learners practice determining the starting values to use in order to produce a desired sequence.
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Circles

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders investigate the concept of finding the circumference of a circle. They demonstrate why the formula works with a hands on experiment. There is detailed instructions for carrying out the technical portions of the experiment.
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Fertilizers, Pesticides and Health

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners apply real data to create and calculate algebraic equations. Students create a visual to represent the concentration for one part per million and apply unit analysis to verify measurement computations. Learners define the use...
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Multiplying Fractions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the concept of multiplying fractions and use the inverse for doing division. They practice working the problems with scaffolding provided by examples with the teacher. The link is made to real life with the...
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Fractions Continued

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Young scholars investigate the concept of using fractions to solve problems involving rational numbers. They order real numbers on the number line with the classification of fractions. Also students solve problems using the four...
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Intro To Probability

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the concepts related to the practice of using probability. They review the use of mean, median, and mode within the context of previous instruction. Students predict outcomes and calculate them in small groups. The...
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Subtracting Fractions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils investigate the concept of subtracting fractions. They use a variety of problems in order to practice new skills. The independent practice is used to obtain an informal measurement of mastery with the use of a formal quiz for a...
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The Coordinate Plane

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a lesson that is about the concept of graphing using the coordinate plane. They view a PowerPoint presentation and practice solving different problems. Students discuss vocabulary words with the help of the PowerPoint.
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Patterns and Linear Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate the concept of a linear function. They use geoboards to find the interior angle sums. The sum of the angles is found to equal 180 degrees. Students also investigate quadrilaterals.
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Linear & Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th Standards
Positioned inside the framework of linear and exponential functions, this lesson is more of an investigation into the effects of changing variables and constants inside an expression. The author takes familiar formulas, those for...
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The Play

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students work together to solve word problems. They examine the concepts of functions and relations. They develop plans for roles in the play they are creating.
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Pythagorean Theorem Word Problems

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the concept of the Pythagorean Theorem for geometry by using word problems. The challenge is for them to translate the words into the right measurements for a triangle looking for the longest side known as the...
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Lesson Plan On Fran Data

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the concept of functions and how they are used in the context of the real world while identifying the dependent and independent variables. They graph relations and functions and find the zeros of functions....
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Introduction To Data Analysis

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the concept of looking at the data put in a variety of ways that could include graphs or data sets. They analyze data critically in order to formulate some sound conclusions based on real data. Students graph...
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The Box Problem

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of functions and how they are used with polynomials. They practice finding the zeros of functions and graph polynomial functions for the help of giving solutions. Students interpret the curve of a line...
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SkyHighScrapers

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars investigate quadratic functions.  In this Algebra I/Algebra II lesson plan, students determine the equation of a quadratic function that closely matches a set of points.  Young scholars investigate the necessary...
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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is produced when...
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The Football and Braking Distance: Model Data with Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a lesson that is about the concept of data analysis with the use of quadratics. They use a Precalculus text in order to give guidance for independent practice and to serve as a source for the teacher to use. The data...
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EngageNY

Modeling an Invasive Species Population

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Context makes everything better! Groups use real data to create models and make predictions. Classmates compare an exponential model to a linear model, then consider the real-life implications. 
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The Sum of Our Integer Intelligences

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young mathematicians explore integers. They review adding integers through engaging in mathematical labs. Each lab station is designed to reflect one of the multiple intelligences. Resources for all activities are provided.
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EngageNY

Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 8th Standards
What does similarity have to do with the Pythagorean Theorem? The activity steps through the proof of the Pythagorean Theorem by using similar triangles. Next, the teacher leads a discussion of the proof and follows it by an animated...
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Desmos Graphing Calculator

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
They say a graph is worth a thousand points. The interactive allows users to graph a wide variety of functions and equations. Using the included keyboard or typing directly into the list, learners determine the graph of a function....

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