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Birth Month Number Game
In this number game, students use algebra to prove why when starting with the number of birth month, followed by some calculations, one can correctly calculate the year you were born and your age.
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Polar Coordinates Game
In this algebra game, learners pair off to plot polar coordinates on a circular graph. They attempt to hit each other by guessing their opponents location on the graph. This is a great way to reinforce the concept of polar coordinates....
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Two-Step Word Problems
Learners model a real-life scenario by writing a two-step algebra equation and solving it, as they complete this worksheet. Ten practice word problems on one piece of paper are nicely prepared just for your young algebra learners.
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Sine Cosine Game
In this algebra worksheet, learners are given a word problem they must solve by rewriting the words in to algebraic symbols. They investigate Sine and Cosine using word problems. There are 18 questions with an answer key.
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TI Math, Games
Students solve problems using technology. In this algebra lesson, students apply flow diagrams and computer codes to solve problems. They use the TI to view the graphs.
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Modeling in Algebra
In this modeling in algebra learning exercise, 8th graders solve ten different types of algebra problems, including 5 word problems. They first complete each table, describe the pattern used, and determine the 20th and nth term for each....
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Max-- A Two Player Game
In this algebra worksheet, students play a game of puzzle number, trying to earn the highest points. The player with the highest score wins. There is an answer key with this worksheet.
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Calculus Games
For this calculus worksheet, students rewrite a word problem using algebraic symbols and calculate the derivative of a function to find the correct solution. There are 20 matching questions with an answer key.
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Pythagorean Theorem: Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2010
Students solve Pythagorean theorem problems. in this Pythagorean theorem lesson, students read real world problems, draw diagrams, and then solve with the Pythagorean theorem. They define hypotenuse and leg. students...
Yummy Math
Going to the Game (systems)
Seven real-life math problems require the solving of simultaneous pairs of linear equations. Although a similar approach is taken for most of the problems, the topic of sports stadium concessions should keep the interest level high. As a...
Nuffield Foundation
Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Mathematicians can embark on a math challenge. Fourteen pages of exercises for young algebra learners on fractions, decimals, and percentages let your students put their skills to the test.
Computer Science Unplugged
Twenty Guesses—Information Theory
How do we determine how much information to include and what can be left out? By playing a game of 20 questions, the class generates the best strategies for finding a number. They then move on to guessing the next letter in a short...
National Security Agency
It's Probably Probable
Learners make predictions and draw conclusions from given information as they learn the meaning of probability in this vocabulary-rich, integrated activity that presents a variety of teaching strategies to motivate and reach...
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Solving a Legend- Exponents, Recursive and Explicit Equations.
Eighth graders play a game to solve problems. In this exponents and scientific notations lesson, 8th graders play a game in small groups to move colored disks from location A to location C. Students identify recursive patterns to solve...
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Number Cube Activity
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders roll a die to determine the value that will be substituted in order to determine the value of an algebraic expression. The one page worksheet contains eight problems. Answers cannot be...
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Algebra War
In this algebra worksheet, students play a game of "Algebra War". They write linear equations and evaluate functions. They work in groups as they play the game to reinforce basic algebra skills.
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Order of Operations 1
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders use the order of operations to evaluate numeric expressions in a matching game format. The two page worksheet contains two sixteen question 4 X 4 squares. Answers are not included.
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Why does Twenty Questions Suffice for Guessing a Number Between One and One Million?
In this probability worksheet, students use logarithms and exponentials to determine why twenty questions suffice for guessing a number between one and million. The solution is provided.
Mathematics Vision Project
Probability
Probability, especially conditional probability, can be a slippery concept for young statisticians. Statements that seem self-evident on the surface often require a daunting amount of calculations to explicate, or turn out to be...
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Addends with Spiffy
Students solve single variable equations. In this missing addend lesson, students solve problems with missing addends. Students create a function box to help study numerical reasoning.
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Hop To It!
Students determine patterns. In this mathematics lesson, students act out a skit, play a sequence game, and complete patterns. Students use problems solving skills.
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Algebra: What's My Rule?
Pupils apply higher level thinking skills to determine rules for sorting and classification. In this pre-algebra lesson, students nominate classmates who they think satisfy the unspoken "rule" established by the leader. As pupils are...
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Algebra Match
Twelfth graders identify the parts of an algebraic equation. They consider the many uses of algebra in daily life. They play a game, Algebra Match, where student pairs work to solve equations listed on index cards.
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Patterns, Functions & Algebra
Students participate in numerous activities and games. In pairs, they play card games to find relationships between a random set of playing cards. After writing samples of Dear Abby letters concerning math problems, students create a...