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You Can Count on Squares!

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders engage in and explore to develop mathematical, specifically algebraic, ideas. Although the tasks are built around measurement, they are algebraic to the extent that they require 'formulae' to be derived form the geometric...
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Beanies

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore ratio problems. They study how to solve ratio problems using simple algebraic equations. Students use equations to represent practical situations and solve equations.
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Free Cell

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders use algebra to begin solving a problem. The problem has a real world application to engage learners. The main skill is converting fractions and decimals. Also finding the right number sentence for the word problem is...
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Balancing Acts

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders solve problems that can be modeled with algebraic equations or expressions. There are five sets of problems. Students should attempt one problem from each set each day. They increase in difficulty as the week progresses....
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Quadratic Equations

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders review algebraic methods of solving quadratic equations. Students discuss several methods of solving quadratic equations. They practice factoring and finding the roots of an equation for solving. A calculator is used to...
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Can You See the Music?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine the makeup of the electromagnetic spectrum and how the various forms of EMRs are similar and different from each other. They, in pairs, solve problems from worksheets imbedded in this lesson plan.
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Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students investigate the various methods that can be used to solve quadratic equations.  The one page interactive worksheet contains instruction, worked examples and five practice...
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The Reciprocal Function Family

For Students 11th
For this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders examine the reciprocal function family in the form y = a/(x – h) + k, identifying the vertical and horizontal asymptotes.  The two page worksheet contains explanation, examples, and two...
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"Ball Bounce" Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars manipulate a ball and explore quadratic functions. In this algebra lesson, young scholars analyze the graph of a quadratic function. They identify quadratic properties.
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Worksheet 6, Graphing Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
For this algebra worksheet students graph a given function by completing the square. They analyze a function and tell the axis of symmetry, the intercepts, and vertex. Students identify the maximum or minimum of a graph. Students...
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ABC's of Banking

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore the concept of managing money. In this managing money lesson, students discuss how to write checks and keep an accurate check registry. Students discuss the importance and uses of debit cards and deposit forms.
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Rational Function Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners use algebraic methods to represent and solve problems. Using a graphing calculator, students solve rational and inequality problems. They visually demonstrate solutions of functions through graphing. Learners answer questions...
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You Gotta Have Heart

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate the concept of relations and interpret graphs and tables. They analyze given data and look for a pattern to determine if the numbers represent a function. Students practice solving scientific word problems that...
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Using inverse Operations to Solve Equations

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve equations. In this algebraic equations lesson plan, 5th graders use the inverse operation to solve an equation. The teacher reminds students to perform the operation on both sides of the equation. This lesson plan...
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Logarithmic Equations

For Students 11th - 12th
Students solve 24 logarithmic equations. Nine of these have single integer answers, Nine answers are in fraction form, and 6 have two possible answers.
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Factoring Quadratic Expressions

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders factor quadratic expressions.  The two page worksheet contains explanation of topic, worked examples, and three practice problems.  Answers are not included. 
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Discovering the Mathematics of Sound

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students study the basic skills of algebraic manipulations. They practice the application of basic mathematics in science and determine the nature of good acoustics. They develop proposals for providing good acoustics and identify...
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Exploring Geometric Constructions of Parabolas

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to the construction geometrically of parabolas. Using a software program, they identify lines, segments and midpoints. They label the parabolas properties and characteristics and use a formula to determine the...
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Worksheet 1, Coordinate Graphing

For Teachers 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students determine the quadrant a given point is in. They find the midpoints of two line segments. Students plot points to form a triangle and find the distance between points. Students find the area of the...
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Solving Quadratic Equations

For Students 11th
For this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders use the quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations.  The six page worksheet contains instruction on topic, worked examples and five practice problems.  Answers are not...
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Quadratic Equation Calculator

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders use an online quadratic equation solver to find the zeros of a quadratic.  The one page interactive activity provides one worked example and the equation solver. 
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Quadratic Formula

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders use the discriminant to determine the nature of the roots of a quadratic equation, determine the best method to use when solving a quadratic, and practice using the quadratic formula to...
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Rational Expressions

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders simplify rational algebraic expressions by factoring and cancelling the common factors.  The two page learning exercise contains instruction, worked examples, and three practice...
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Best Practices of Technology Integration

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students participate in a lesson in order to practice using systems of equations in order to graph them. A cumulative project in the form of a brochure, web page, or interactive kiosk make this lesson more engaging.

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