Students, while using a graphing calculator, graph systems of conic sections as well as identify their solutions. They complete various word problems dealing with conic sections with their calculators. In addition, students sketch graphs...

Students write and solve parametric equations. In this algebra lesson, students find and eliminate parameter of equations. They graph parametric equations and analyze the graphs.

Learners explore how mathematical data is used to summarize and illustrate everyday life. They apply mathematical concepts and skills to analyze data. Students conduct a five question survey of 50 people or more and graph the data.

Pupils search for and generalize an algebraic pattern. They make and analyze a coordinate graph.

Pupils define a functions and solve problems using functions. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate functions from non-functions. They differentiate between polynomials of higher degrees.

Students work to complete various algebraic equations using different methods. Given a word problem, students create a poster identifying the various parts of the equation as well as the solution to the problem. Posters are presented...

Students graph linear equations on a Cartesian plane. After describing data tables and their use, students explore how the information from a table can be used to create a line graph. They discuss reasons for plotting a minimum of...

Students graph quadratic equations. They use interactive graphs, on CD-ROM, to answer specific equations. Students identify the vertex of a parabola and the axis of symmetry.

Learners engage in a instructional activity about finding the values of different graphs written in the vertex form. They rewrite each quadratic equation in vertex form while graphing the equation with the visual display of a parabola...

Ninth graders design a safe passage through a 2-D obstacle. In this geometric math instructional activity, 9th graders engage in a hands on activity to better understand the concept of geometric and algebraic perpendicularity. Students...

Sixth graders practice solving math problems by utilizing a data table. In this number sense instructional activity, 6th graders create a table using the numerical information about a fictitious farm's inventory. Students complete the...

Students graph and outline the path of a typhoon. In this algebra lesson plan, students measure the path of the typhoon and create a graph with their data. They analyze the data and make predictions.

Students graph linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students discuss the effect the change in one variable has in an equation. They discuss the effect equations have if you chage the value of the variable.

Eighth graders participate in a activity that covers the concept of an algebraic inequality. They practice recognizing the symbols used in an inequality and solving them using the methods that are similar to solving equations.

Students investigate graphing a line. In this algebra lesson, students collect data on the path of a skateboarder. They collect how fast the board is traveling along a straight line and graph their results.

Students identify the vertex and intercepts of a parabola. In this algebra lesson plan, students graph parabolas and factor quadratic equations. They perform transformation on the parabolas.

Students write an equation for a linear function. In this algebra lesson, students collect data, plot it and graph it. They identify the equation of the graphed data and define the slope and y-intercept of the graph.

Ninth graders develop an understanding of and the applications for linear equations and their graphical displays. They participate in a cooperative learning activity of matching a graphic display with an equation.

In this math worksheet, students solve 6 open sentences and graph solutions using a line graph. Students then express 2 story problems in terms of inequalities. Students then write open sentences for 2 graphs.

Students graph systems of linear inequalities. In this linear programming and profit lesson, students explore linear programming problems. They graph a feasible region in a linear programming problem and identify the profit lines. ...

Students work in pairs to measure their arm span and height and record them on a class chart. The class works together to create a scattergram to display the data. Class discussion focuses on interpreting the scattergram.

Students identify inverse variations. In this inverse variation lesson, students explore graphs and identify the inverse variation. They write equations for the inverse variation. Students compare and contrast the inverse variation...

Learners graph lines using the slope and y-intercept. In this algebra lesson plan, students create data using tables and equations. They use their data to make predictions and draw conclusion.

Identify the slope of a linear equation in this algebra lesson plan. Middle schoolers graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. They identify the slope as being positive, negative, no slope, or undefined.