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The Great Race
Students are presented with a story about two individuals running a race in which one is given a head start. Students must map the progress of the runners, create a chart examining patterns and graph the progress. In the end, students...
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Mystery Cards
In this algebra learning exercise, students evaluate a set of 9 cards, each of which has one letter on it. They then use the 9 clues to determine which number is on the back of each card. For example, B x B = 25 and B + B = 10. Students...
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Lesson Plan 1: Up, Down, Right, Left - Function Families
Students work in small groups to draw the trajectory of several scenarios. They label parts of the resulting parabola (vertex, axis of symmetry). Students complete four stations to explore quadratic functions.
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Learning About A Graphing Calculator
Students investigate the use of a graphing calculator in solving problems. For this algebra lesson, students solve polynomials problems using a calculator.
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students compute the length of time it will take to save enough money to purchase a yo-yo. In this math lesson plan, students create a design with pennies and write the associated linear equation. In this linear equations lesson plan,...
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The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Properties of the Definite Integral
Students discuss the importance of fundamental theorems in math. In this calculus lesson, students define the fundamental theorem of calculus and discuss why it is so important they understand it. They work problems to model how this...
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Real Number System Graduated Bowl Activity
Eighth graders determine which numbers are rational numbers. In this number lesson students answer a series of questions related to natural and whole numbers as well as integers and rational numbers. Students work cooperatively in groups.
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The Quarter Fold
Little ones identify the US quarter and explore the concept of one-fourth or one-quarter. Using real coins or coin manipulatives, they divide a square piece of paper into quarters, discuss halves and quarters, and create a design that...
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Miles of Tiles - The Pool Border Problem
Young scholars recognize patterns and represent situations using algebraic notation and variables. In this variables and patterns lesson plan, students identify a pattern involving the number of tiles required to form a border around a...
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Manipulating Multi-step Equations (Grade 8)
Ninth graders solve multi-step equations. In this Algebra I lesson, watch a video on solving equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign. Students visit an Internet site to solve simple equations through the use...
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Factoring a Difference Between Two Squares Worksheet
In this algebra 1 worksheet, students factor 20 problems involving the difference of two squares. They check their answers on-line.
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Introducing Trigonometry
Eleventh graders explore the three basic trigonometric functions. In this trigonometry/Algebra II lesson, 11th graders use GeoGebra and the unit circle to define the ratios of sides is a right triangles as they examine the full domain...
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Graphs and Functions
Use this series of activities to introduce learners to graphing functions. They graph both linear and quadratic equations by hand and with a Graph Sketcher Tool. Several imbedded links and handouts are included in the lesson.
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Advanced Factoring Strategies for Quadratic Expressions (part 2)
What do you do with a difficult-to-factor quadratic expression? This lesson provides the answer. Pupils learn a grouping strategy to help factor trinomials. When guess and check seems too tedious, this method is the "works every...
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Processes and Its Connections to Geometry
Students analyze multiple strategies of multiplication: clustering, area model, breaking apart/decomposing, etc. They create their own strategies to approaching multiplication problems and share them with their classmates. Discussion...
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The Pythagorean Theorem Lesson 2
Learners discuss and review examples of the Pythagorean Theorem using a GSP, Geometer's Sketchpad, activity.
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Operations with Radical Expressions
Learners add, subtract, and multiply radical expressions. The worksheet includes like and unlike radicands. Use as a study guide during a lesson or for skills practice.
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Transformations on the Coordinate Plane
Here is a study guide on transformations that includes reflections, translations, dilations, and rotations. It also has definitions, helpful diagrams, and several examples involving transformations on the coordinate plane. The lesson...
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The Quest For Power
Students investigate and apply properties of math. In this algebra and physics lesson, students define important vocabulary words to create a basic understanding of keywords. They perform experiments using concepts of electricity and math.
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The Remainder Theorem Using TI-Nspire CAS
Investigate the Remainder Theorem in this algebra lesson plan. Explore the relationship between the remainders of polynomial division and the function. Each of the four problems gets progressively more complicated. This might be a great...
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Applying Properties to Variables
Eighth graders combine like terms in this properties of variables lesson. Using named items (stars, moons and hearts), they combine like terms using variables. They use the distributive property to combine like terms. Finally, they write...
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How to Implement Project Based Learning to Engage Students
Can a math teacher employ project-based learning? Learn how one great math teacher uses PBL to design math projects that provide learners with a more challenging and holistic learning experience. A wonderful article, that includes...
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Carbon Dating
Simulate C-14 decay using M&M and Reese's Pieces candies. In this scatter-plot activity, students perform an experiment to simulate the half life of C-14. Information is plotted on a scatter-plot. Students answer four comprehension...
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Add a Little Art to Your Math
Origami presents a beautiful way to express and test geometric and algebraic concepts.