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Discovering Math Concepts in Advanced Algebra

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the concept of Chinese contributions in mathematics. In this Chinese contributions in mathematics lesson, students research Chinese achievements in mathematics. Students solve 3x3 systems of equations using the method...
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Solar Kit Lesson # 12 - Calibration Curve for a Radiation Meter

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Scientists need to have mastered algebraic slope-intercept concepts in order for this lesson to be effective. They will measure and graph solar panel output as a function of the amount of radiation striking it, discovering that there is...
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Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students investigate polynomials. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems dealing with multiplication of polynomials by using the distributive property and the FOIL method. Students also describe how the use...
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Domains

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your algebra learners work to address the order of operations applied to an expression's input variable and the limitations that may be created because of it. This simple task of a few very well-chosen exercises is elegant in it's way of...
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Shodor Education Foundation

Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Most adults remember learning about the Pythagorean theorem, but they don't all remember how to use it. The emphasis here is on developing an intuitive understanding of how and when to use the theorem. Young mathematicians explore...
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Inside Mathematics

Two Solutions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Many problems in life have more than one possible solution, and the same is true for advanced mathematics. Scholars solve seven problems that all have at least two solutions. Then three higher-level thinking questions challenge them to...
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Maximizing and Minimizing the Area of Rectangles Given a Fixed Perimeter

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore the realms of measurement. In this math lesson plan, students analyze and solve problems in which rectangles with identical perimeters are compared to maximize or minimize area. This instructional activity can be...
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Solving Equations by Factoring

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners use the Zero Product Property to solve polynomial equations by factoring.  Application problems are included.  The one page interactive worksheet contains fifty-four problems.  The solution steps and...
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EngageNY

Linear Transformations as Matrices

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Don't stop with two-dimensional learning, go to the next dimension! Learners verify that 3x3 matrices represent linear transformations in the third dimension. Additionally, they verify the algebraic properties that extend to vector...
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Caterpillar Connections

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders investigate numerical and geometric patterns and express them in words or numbers.  In this algebraic reasoning instructional activity, 3rd graders analyze the structure of the pattern and how it changes or grows, organize...
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Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials and quadratics. In this algebra activity, students solve quadratics when the leading coefficient is one. They use a special factoring pattern to solve the trinomial.
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Basic Algebra and Computers: Spreadsheets, Charts, and Simple Line Graphs

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students, while in the computer lab, assess how to use Microsoft Excel as a "graphing calculator." They view visual representations of line graphs in a Cartesian plane while incorporating basic skills for using Excel productively.
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Real World Equations!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Help your math class "get the picture" in a quadratic equation lesson that integrates digital photography. Individuals take pictures to help them model the shape of an item or situation using algebraic equations. They discover how to...
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Think Like A Programmer! Puzzlets Cork the Volcano Curriculum

For Teachers K - 5th Standards
Shared Resource Common Core Standards Connected   The standards listed below are standards from the Common Core Framework which map to learning opportunities with Cork The Volcano & Puzzlets. Source Link: http://www.corestandards.org/   Grade...
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Strike a Pose: Modeling in the Real World (There's Nothing to It!)

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Adjust this lesson to fit either beginning or more advanced learners. Build a scatter plot, determine appropriate model (linear, quadratic, exponential), and then extend to evaluate the model with residuals. This problem uses real-world...
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Rate of Change

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders solve problems dealing with rate of change. In this algebra lesson, 11th graders graph their rate of change problems and analyze it comparing their data with each other. They solve problems dealing with percent and rate...
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EngageNY

Normal Distributions (part 1)

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Don't allow your pupils to become outliers! As learners examine normal distributions by calculating z-scores, they compare outcomes by analyzing the z-scores for each. 
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EngageNY

Piecewise Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Show your class members that if they can graph a linear function, they can graph an absolute value function. Groups create an absolute value graph using a table, then entertain the idea of an absolute value function defined as two pieces...
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EngageNY

Overcoming a Second Obstacle in Factoring—What If There Is a Remainder?

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Looking for an alternative approach to long division? Show your classes how to use factoring in place of long division. Increase their fluency with factoring at the same time!
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EngageNY

Calculating Probabilities of Events Using Two-Way Tables

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Tables are useful for more than just eating. Learners use tables to organize data and calculate probabilities and conditional probabilities. 
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EngageNY

Newton’s Law of Cooling

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
As part of an investigation of transformations of exponential functions, class members use Newton's Law of Cooling as an exponential model to determine temperature based on varying aspects. The resource makes comparisons between models...
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Matching Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Ever sigh when learners ask why they have to know so many different forms of the quadratic equation? Here is a lesson that comes in handy! Using hands-on matching activities, quadratic equations are explored through their graphical...
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Solving Systems Using Substitution

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Write a math story for a series of problems using given variables. The class writes stories, showing understanding of strategies in compound sentences. They then solve the equations.
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Sum of Even and Odd

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your algebra learners will make use of structure and manipulate expressions involving function notation using the definition of odd and even functions. They then advance even further to analyze the structure in a system of two equations.

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