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Independent and Dependent Variable
Introduce learners to independent and dependent variables with an informative video.The two variables are defined via inputs and outputs. It makes clear that the independent variable is the one that the person has control over, while the...
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Slope and Direct Variation
We all know linear equations are special, but the direct variation equation is extra special! The video begins with a set of data to illustrate a direct variation relationship. It then completes examples of writing direct variation...
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Scatter Plots
What's my line, anyway? A video covers the aspects of finding an equation of the best-fit line for a set of data. It works through plotting the points to drawing a line that appears to represent the data. The presenter suggests finding...
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Solving Equations
A mathematics video explains the parts of an equation and reviewing relevant vocabulary. Next, it covers one-, two-, and multi-step equations. It includes a few example problems for each type as well.
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Function Notation
Function, function, what is your notation. Introduce your class to function notation with a video that shows examples of how to evaluate functions at numerical values along with algebraic values. The last example shows pupils how they...
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Determining Domain and Range
Introduce the concept of domain and range with a video that starts with the formal definitions of the domain and range and moves on to the practical descriptions used to determine them. The presentation explains how to find the domain...
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Overtaking Word Problem
These are the types of problems that cause many people to distress over algebra. In this video, Sal looks at a problem where three people, each at set distances apart, are traveling at different constant speeds. We need to know how long...
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System of Equations for Passing Trains Problem
Here is a challenging motion problem about two different length trains and how long it takes them to pass each other going in the same direction and opposite directions. At first glance, there doesnÕt seem to be enough information given...
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What are Quadrants in the Coordinate Plane?
The teacher diagrams a coordinate plane and identifies the four quadrants. He labels the quadrants with numbers. Then he illustrates a table to identify the positive or negative value of the x-coordinate and the y-coordinate and...
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How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using the Elimination by Subtraction Method?
Use word problems to teach systems of equations! The instructor in this video demonstrates how to solve a word problem using a system of equations and the elimination by subtraction method. She goes through each step, carefully...
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Absolute Value and Equation Example 2
Sal demonstrates how to solve an absolute value equation, keeping in mind there are two possible answers.
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Calculate the Slope of a Line Using Two Points
Find that slope! This video does an excellent job of demonstrating how to use the slope formula to find the slope of a line using two points. The instructor first reviews the definition of slope of a line, then works three problems using...
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Simplify Expressions by Factoring
Got that factoring thing down? Time to apply it! A helpful video explains the process of simplifying a rational expression, showing pupils how to factor a majority of expressions using special patterns. Here is a great way to begin the...
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Rates and Proportions
Clarify complex math concepts with a helpful video. Learners view ways to work with ratios and proportions while discussing vocabulary and notation. After solving proportions, they apply the new strategy to word problems.
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Use Coordinate Geometry to Represent and/or Solve Problems
A geometry video explains how to solve for midpoint, length of a line, and use the Pythagorean Theorem. It includes multiple guided practice problems for all three equations.
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Identifying Variables: Independent and Dependent
Why did the variable add its opposite? To get to the other side. A video introduces the concept of variables. It compares and contrasts independent and dependent variables in a variety of problems.
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Know and/or Use Function Notation, Including Evaluating Functions for Given Values in Their Domain
Introduce the basics of evaluating a function using function notation with a video that makes connections between evaluating a function and substituting into an expression. The short presentation works through three examples of...
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Inappropriate Data Usage
Correlate the responses to identify the cause. A resource presents how individuals sometimes confuse the issue between correlation and causation. The video provides examples of different variables that are correlated — but one does not...
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Using Measures of Central Tendency
Is it better to be average or an outlier? It all depends on your perspective! The video explains the impact an outlier has on central tendency. Using multiple examples to solve for mean, median, and mode, the video proves that having an...
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Translate Word Phrases and Sentences into Equations
Use this video to show your learners an example of how to translate word phrases into an equation to solve a real-world problem. The presenter begins with a review of how to use cross products to solve a proportion, including how to do...
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Finding the Length of a Hypotenuse
Finding the length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle can be done in two ways as shown in this video. First, the hypotenuse is found using the Pythagorean Theorem. Next, the distance formula is used to solve the same problem.
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Scatter Plots and Line of Best Fit
Demonstrate how to use a box and whisker plot to place a line of best fit accurately with an educational video. It begins with a review of box and whisker and line of best fit, and then uses an application problem to describe the process.