+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving One Step Equations Using Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve equations using addition, subtraction, division and multiplication. They evaluate and simplify functions.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra: Olympic Races

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners use Olympic athlete statistics to make algebraic calculations. In this algebraic equation lesson, students use algebra to calculate athlete speed and calories burned.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Translating Word Phrases into Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students view a PowerPoint and practice writing algebraic expressions from word phrases. In this algebra lesson, students utilize phrases such as, "plus, minus, sum, difference, increased by and subtracted from." There are 5 problems on...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Let Algebra Tiles Solve Equations for You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners practice solving algebra equations utilizing model tiles.  In this algebra lesson, students observe a clip from the movie Homeward Bound and break the action down into an algebraic equation.  Learners solve an algebra...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Algebra to Solve Puzzles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore basic algebraic operations to solve real life situations. Additional problems are presented to continue the exploration of the concept.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra Flashcard Fun

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders practice pre-algebra and algebra skills by solving and entering the correct answers.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Awareness of Pre-Algebra Concepts

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students demonstrate how to solve various algebraic equations. In this pre-algebra lesson, students work in teams and use Borenson's Hands-On Equations materials to solve algebraic equations.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra 2/Trigonometry Regents Exam

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders test their knowledge of Algebra II and Trigonometry.  In this Algebra II/Trigonometry lesson, 12th graders are provided with a copy of an Algebra II/Trigonometry Regent Exam from the fall of 2009.  The exam has...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra: Formulae

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students explore basic algebra formulas. In this introductory algebra lesson, student use basic algebra formulae to simplify expressions that include 1 or 2 operations.
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra and Patterns

For Students 5th - 7th
In this algebra and patterns practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra 1 Uniform Motion Problems

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create and solve their own word problem dealing either with planes, trains or automobiles.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2007: Graphing Activity

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders practice identifying coordinates by examining a city map.  In this graphing lesson, 7th graders create coordinate directions on an index card and practice locating these locations on a grid.  Students read and...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Magic of Algebra: Original Lesson Plan

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students participate in a teacher led math "trick." The teacher "reads the mind of the students. The answer to the problem is always 4, and by following the directions, the teacher can guess that students are thinking of Denmark, and...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Using Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students add and subtract polynomials. In this algebra instructional activity, students use algebra tiles to perform operation of polynomials. They model their problems and understand how to combine like terms using tiles.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students write the algebraic equation to determine the number of weeks money must be saved to purchase a yo-yo. In this algebra instructional activity, students create a pattern of one penny surrounded by six pennies. They continue the...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Expressions With Addition and Subtraction

For Students 4th
In this algebraic expressions worksheet, 4th graders study, analyze and evaluate 6 different expressions involving n-32, n=77 and the expression 575 + n for 2 values of n.
+
Lesson Plan
Utah Education Network (UEN)

Order of Operations Treasure Hunt

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this algebra activity, students work in groups to design a treasure map in which algebraic equations must be solved using the correct order of operations. Students decide where treasure is hidden, then create and follow their group's...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Transition to algebra

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students recognize the difference between a prime and a composite number.  In this prime and composite number lesson, students  use a factor tree model to show prime factorization. Students participate in a bingo activity....
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Operation Sense

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the order of operation in algebraic equations. In this order of operations lesson plan, students discover the proper order for solving single variable equations.
+
Lesson Plan
EduGAINs

Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
To find x, you have to get it by itself, correct? Individuals solve a linear word problem and share their solutions with others that solved the problem in a similar fashion. They then complete a self-assessment on how they feel about...
+
Workbook
Curated OER

Word Problem Practice Workbook

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Need worksheets that challenge your middle schoolers to apply their understanding of math? Problem solved! From integers, fractions, and percents, to algebra, geometry, and probability, over 100 pages of word problem worksheets...
+
Lesson Plan
Chicago Teachers Union Quest Center

Factored Form of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The lesson introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both graphical and...
+
Lesson Plan
Kenan Fellows

Lego Thinking and Building

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Run a simulated airplane manufacturing plant with your pupils as the builders! Learners build Lego airplane models and collect data on the rate of production, comparing the number produced to the number defective. Using linear...
+
Worksheet
Curated OER

Patterns and Algebra - Modeling

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Seventh grade math is so much fun! They solve 10 different problems that include using patterns to complete a table, describe the pattern, and identify the specific term in the pattern for each. Then they give a description of the...

Other popular searches