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Academic Challenge

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students apply their knowledge of math to the real world. In this algebra lesson, students explore different way to incorporate math topics into the real world. They create a score or progress sheet to mark their progress.
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Scenario Challenge

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students apply their knowledge of math to the real world. In this algebra lesson, students explore different way to incorporate math topics into the real world. They create a score or progress sheet to mark their progress.
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Be the Kiwi

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners analyze linear equation. In this algebra instructional activity, students analyze and graph data. They solve problems involving linear equations and graph lines using the slope and y intercept.
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Distance, Scientific Notation

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students calculate the distance of two objects, and rewrite numbers using scientific notation. In this algebra lesson, students solve linear equations and plug the values back into the equations to check their answers. They write small...
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Graphs

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Learners explore graphs and define the different ways they are used to display data. In this algebra lesson, students collect data and plot their data using the correct graph. They draw conclusions from their graphs based on their data.
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Tangram Puzzles

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the origin of tangram. In this algebra lesson plan, students form different shapes and figures using tangram. They solve for the area of different shapes without using any geometric formulas, but the idea of tangram...
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Fraction Fun

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students define properties of fractions and solve for them. In this algebra lesson, students rewrite fractions from mixed numbers to improper fractions. They reduce fractions using the GCF and convert the denominators correctly when...
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Completing the Square Lesson Plan

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the origin of the quadratic function. In this algebra lesson, students analyze solving an equation by completing the square. They compare the early methods as compared to our method for solving quadratics.
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Who Shares my Functions?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students examine the relationship between two equations. In this algebra instructional activity, students investigate linear and non-linear relationships between two equations. They discuss functions of graphs, tables and...
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Words for Algebra

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners rewrite word problems using symbols. In this algebra lesson, students relate algebra to the real world. They identify the correct steps to take when solving word problems.
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National Security Agency

Introducing Integers and Their Operations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
There's nothing negative about this mini-unit on integers! Engaging young mathematicians in a series of hands-on activities and collaborative learning opportunities, this resource offers an excellent way to introduce your class...
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Sinclair Community College

Solving Linear Inequalities

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Your learners will appreciate the complete picture of linear inequalities presented in this lesson plan. Starting simply with definitions and moving all the way to solving linear inequality word problems this activity is simple to...
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PBS

The Yo-Yo Problem

For Teachers 9th - 12th
What do yo-yos and pennies have to do with linear equations? Learn about writing and solving linear equations while considering the Yo-Yo Problem and Penny Pattern Exploration from the High School Math Project. Learners utilize algebra...
PPT
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Identifying Terms, Factors, and Coefficients

For Teachers 8th - 10th
What are terms, factors, and coefficients? This slideshow provides definitions and examples of various parts of algebraic expressions, and provides guided practice problems in writing and identifying parts of algebraic expressions for...
Activity
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Division (No Remainders)

For Teachers 4th - 7th Standards
Help young mathematicians build a solid understanding of division with this base ten block activity. With the help of these popular math manipulatives, children model different math problems in order to reinforce the...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Bike Race

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
A graph not only tells us who won the bike race, but also what happened during the race. Use this resource to help learners understand graphs. The commentary suggests waiting until the end of the year to introduce this topic, but why...
Activity
Illustrative Mathematics

Watch out for Parentheses

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
It is important for the algebra learner to understand the use of parentheses. Mathematicians of all levels can make errors with nested parentheses. This will give them some practice. It makes for a good class starter or quick assessment.
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Solving Fractions with Manipulatives

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students use candy bars, beef jerky, and brownies to represent different fractions. Students also use colored multi-link cubes or blocks to illustrate the same representations of fractions. Students work with a partner to create diagrams...
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University of Wyoming

Free Fall…From SPACE!/Nanotechnology in the Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Provide the details about Felix Baumgartner's sky jump from the far reaches of our atmosphere, 39,045 meters up! Then get your physics free fallers to evaluate the factors that played a role in his acceleration, the time to reach maximum...
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Algebra Match

For Teachers 12th
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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Using CAS and algebra tiles with Expanding and factoring trinomials

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials.  In this Algebra I activity, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.
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Linear Sequences and Terms

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the nth rule for each sequence. In this algebra lesson, students finish the pattern or sequence and find the missing term. They relate patterns and sequences to the real world.
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Review of Algebra Topics

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders participate in a lesson that is intended to review topics of Algebra.They investigate the concepts of percent and solve problems. Students also solve equations that involve percent of change.
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Sequences and Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the formula to find the nth term. In this algebra lesson, students finish a pattern and identify missing parts in a sequence. They write an equation given a partial sequence.

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