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Curated OER

Area of Irregular Polygons

For Teachers 10th
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders determine the area of irregular polygons.  The one page worksheet contains three problems.  Solutions are provided.
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Curated OER

Constructing Tangrams

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders visualize and identify geometric shapes after applying transformations on a coordinate plane. In this tangrams lesson, 7th graders construct a set of tangrams and then answer extension questions related to measurement,...
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Curated OER

Cartesian Coordinate System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the concept of the coordinate plane. In this coordinate plane lesson, students graph points on the coordinate plane using an applet. Students graph functions using an applet. Students play a Maze Game where they must...
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Curated OER

The Function Box

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Pupils explore arithmetic and numerical patterns. After observing a teacher created function box, students describe a pattern and predict what will "come out" of the function box. They explore patterns such as geometric shapes,...
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Curated OER

Visual Patterns in Tessellations

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students explore tessellations as well as various types of polygon. Students examine tessellating patterns in the world around them. Students examine tessellations by creating their own tessellations and completing the included worksheet.
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Curated OER

Repeating Patterns

For Teachers K - 2nd
Pupils explore growth patterns by using manipulatives such as pattern blocks, investigate growth pattern of pattern, record growth in T-chart, describe how pattern is growing, and predict number of blocks needed to extend pattern.
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Curated OER

Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Pupils find the different ratios of a triangle. In this geometry activity, students use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for missing sides and angles on a right triangle. They use a robot to create a right triangle.
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Curated OER

Double, Double: Looking at the Effect of Change on Perimeter, Area and Volume

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students explore perimeter, volume, and area. In this math lesson, students explore how changes in dimensions of geometric shapes affect the perimeter, area and volume of the various shapes. Students investigate the results when the...
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Curated OER

Prime and Composite Numbers with use of manipulatives (Elementary, Mathematics)

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners learn what prime and composite numbers are. They learn how to identify them by working in a group and demonstrating an understanding of one work problem with 100% accuracy using the manipulatives provided.
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Curated OER

Factors, Divisibility, and Relatively Prime

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of divisibility. In this divisibility instructional activity, 7th graders use divisibility rules to find factors of numbers. Students create foldables to illustrate divisibility rules.
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Curated OER

Peter's String

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students are introduced to the math problem and consider how they could approach it. In pairs, students investigate Peter's conjecture in any way they see fit. They then share their answers with the class.
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Curated OER

Figure This!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the concept of inequalities. They use the mathematical symbols =, <, > to show relationships among numbers. Students devise and use problem solving strategies to explore the situation.
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Curated OER

The Function Box

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students look around classroom and identify any patterns they see, describe patterns and explain why they are patterns, use pencil to demonstrate arithmetic patterns by tapping, practice predicting patterns by using Function Box, and...
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Curated OER

Perimeters, Patterns, and Conjectures

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners discover patterns and write conjectures relating to perimeters and polygons. Working in cooperative learning groups, they use manipulatives and graphic organizers to solve problems then answer a series of questions in which they...
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Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)

Smile: Algebra Tiles Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is an algebra tiles lesson in factoring polynomials. The link found a the bottom of the page links to an index of over two hundred lesson plans in various mathematical topics.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: The X Factor Trinomials and Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is the first of two algebra lesson plans from Annenberg Learning. Find plans to teach students how to factor trinomials. This lesson plan is part of a larger workshop for teachers that offer insights into teaching algebra.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Algebra Tiles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Use tiles to represent variables and constants to solve algebra problems. Solve equations, substitute in variable expressions, and expand and factor.
Interactive
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Resources for Teaching Math: Algebra Tiles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Try this hands-on approach to solving algebra problems with this interactive website. Students are able to "solve equations, substitute in variable expressions, expand, and factor".
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes lesson, practice exercise, and teacher resource on how to factor quadratic equations. You'll find examples for using the factoring and graphing methods for solving, a twelve-question quiz with hints and answers, and a suggested...
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Other

Mathedpage.org: Algebra Manipulatives: Comparison and History

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource discusses the use of manipulatives in the study of Algebra. The author sees benefits in symbol manipulation to enrich understanding, in geometric interpretation strengthening the connection to other parts of mathematics,...
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Dartmouth College

Dartmouth College: Mqed: Color Harmonies and Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
The design project examines geometric shapes, color harmonies, and composition. An instructor sheet and student handout are included.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Nctm: Illuminations: Algebra Tiles

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This resource is about factoring linear and quadratic expressions in one variable, evaluating them at a given value of the variable, multiplying factors to find the expanded form of the expression, and solving linear and quadratic...
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Understanding Algebraic Factoring

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Drexel University explains the principles of factoring symbolically using algebra tiles.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Introduction to Some Algebra Concelpts Using Cas

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This series of activities provides an introduction to some Algebra concelpts using CAS. The activities start with Algebra tiles and CAS. Patterning is modelled for the students so that they can construct the knowledge rather than be...

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