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Curated OER

Linear Systems

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve and graph linear equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve systems of equations using elimination and substitution. They graph their answer and identify the point of intersection.
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Curated OER

Strong Arm Iteration

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve exponential functions and inequalities. In this algebra lesson, 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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Curated OER

Introduction To Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students define a functions and solve problems using functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students differentiate functions from non-functions. They differentiate between polynomials of higher degrees.
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Curated OER

Density

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students determine the density of different substances. In this physical science instructional activity, students rank them according to their density. They discover the relationship between volume and density.
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Curated OER

Adding Integers

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Young scholars add integers using a number line. In this algebra lesson plan, students add one and two digit integers. They compare zero pairs and the addition of integers.
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Curated OER

Exploring Centers of Triangles

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students explore properties of triangles using angle bisectors, incenters, circles, midpoints, and altitudes. They use Geometer's Sketchpad in order to create triangles and their properties.
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Curated OER

Integer Arithmetic

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students solve integer-based problems. They add and subtract integers as well find missing integers. They represent a scenario involving positive and negative integers and solve it.
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Curated OER

Woman Holding Plum Blossoms

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students contrast and compare the definition of beauty in Tang dynasty China with that of America today in this high school Social Studies lesson. The lesson concludes with a small group activity.
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Curated OER

The Power of Journals: Going Beyond the Text

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders define and use new vocabulary and identify the reasons why Native Americans captured Europeans during the colonial period. They write their own journal entries about the topic and explain the importance of journals as a...
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PBS

Pbs: Food Miles: Absolute Values to the Rescue

For Students 6th - 8th
Explore the concept of absolute value in terms of distances traveled. This video focuses on a real world application of absolute value and visualizes the problem by graphing points on coordinate plane.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Additive Inverses and Absolute Values

For Students 5th - 9th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson, students learn about additive inverses and absolute values.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Meaning of an Absolute Value Inequality

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
"Dr. Math" presents an in-depth discussion of the meaning of an absolute value inequality. The discussion tries to clarify some of the mis-conceptions surrounding absolute value.
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Analyze Math

Analyze Math: Simplify Absolute Value Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th
Learners explore the concept of absolute value. The tutorial examines how to simplify expressions with absolute value. The activity includes definitions and examples with detailed solutions.
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Absolute Value

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Defines the concept of absolute value in a variety of mathematical methods and difficulties. Includes special links for further investigation.
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Absolute Value of Complex Numbers

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This tutorial presents the absolute value of complex numbers using formulas, graphs, and examples. There are practice problems and a teacher resource page to assist students in understanding the concept.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Absolute Value

For Students 5th - 8th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept introduces absolute value. Students can watch a video tutorial, explore guided notes and then attempt practice problems.
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Shmoop University

Shmoop: Basic Operations: Absolute Value

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Students learn about absolute value. The resource consists of notes, step-by-step examples, and practice problems with solutions.
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Absolute Value Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The concept of absolute value equations is explained and then explored through several examples. Tips and suggestions are offered as to the common pitfalls to avoid. An all-class activity is also explained for the teacher to engage the...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Solving Absolute Value Inequalities

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students explore the concept of solving absolute value inequalities by watching a video, examining guided notes and attempting practicd problems.
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Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson provides basic instruction on the major concepts in algebra. Content includes a focus on fractions, units of conversion, complex numbers, quadratic equations, factorization and roots of polynomials, solving equations, systems...
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Complex Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
A wealth of material to help you plan classroom instruction on complex numbers: several lessons that cover the number i, square roots of negative numbers, and operations involving complex numbers; practice activities, some of which...
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Purple Math

Purplemath: Algebra Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Purplemath contains about 40 different lessons on various algebra topics. The lessons are divided into five different sections: preliminary topics, beginning algebra, intermediate algebra, advanced algebra, and word problems. The lessons...
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University of Saskatchewan (Canada)

University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 2 Review

For Students 9th - 10th
A more advanced review of Algebra II concepts allows students to test their readiness for higher level math courses. Topics range from absolute value to rational expressions.
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Lesson Tutor

Lesson Tutor: A Beginning Look at Basic Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Twelve lessons are provided as an introduction to basic algebra. Each covers the topic clearly, providing examples with explanations as well as practice problems and their solutions for the user. Topics highlighted here include: solving...