Activity
Curated OER

Logistic Growth Model, Explicit Version

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Via the concrete setting of estimating the population of the US, your algebra learners are introduced to a logistic growth model. Comparing and contrasting logistic, exponential, linear and quadratic models, to see which fits the data...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Get a Line on Integers

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore number sense by completing math function problems in class. For this integers lesson, students define integers and practice plotting them on a number line. Students utilize math functions such as addition and...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Arithmetic and geometric sequences are linear and geometric patterns. Help pupils understand the relationship and see the connection with an activity that asks them to write the rules and classify the patterns correctly. A sorting...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Finding the nth Term

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students analyze patterns and try to figure out the next term in the sequence. In this algebra instructional activity, students discuss the functions rule and how it works to solve sequences. They practice solving problems and find the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction To Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students define a functions and solve problems using functions. In this algebra lesson, students differentiate functions from non-functions. They differentiate between polynomials of higher degrees.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Multiply with Mixed Numbers: Practice

For Students 5th - 6th
In this mixed number multiplication learning exercise, students multiply the mixed numbers and write each product in simplest form. Students then complete the multiplication equations by finding the missing numbers. Students also...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra II: Crickets-Nature's Thermometer

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students translate functional relationships into equations to answer questions. Students answer questions using different representations of the relationships: function rules, graphs of the function, tables of values, and equations and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Distributive Property

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using the distributive property. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations by multiplication and combining like terms. They graph their lines on the calculator.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Worksheet 11

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, middle schoolers define a function f(x) by the following rule: for any x ∈ R,set. They also define the domain and range for the functions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Right Angle

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, pupils rewrite word problems using an algebraic equation to find the answer. There are 14 questions with an answer key.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Long Distance Phone Plans

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this long distance phone plane worksheet, students compare various phone plans and determine which long distance plan has the greatest savings. Students support their answers visually through the use of tables and graphs. They write...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Why Does the Rule of 72 Work

For Students 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners solve a word problem by rewriting it using algebraic symbols. They calculate the interest compounded over a period of time using the Interest Formula. This worksheet includes 1 problem and an answer key.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Quadratic Rules and Graphs

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Pupils identify the properties of quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students find the vertex and intercepts of a parabola. They factor quadratics and identify the zeros of the equations.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Guess My Rule

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Pupils drill on math patterns, functions and Algebra. They construct and use tables to solve problems associated with mathematical relationships and identify a rule/equation. Students comprehend input/output to determine the relationships.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the properties of logs. They solve exponential problems using properties of exponents. There are 6 questions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Horizontal Asymptotes: M=N, M>N

For Students 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students calculate the horizontal asymptote for rational functions, whose leading exponents follow the rules: M = N or M > N. There are 4 questions.
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Party

For Teachers 8th Standards
Thirty at the party won't cost any more than twenty-five. The assessment task provides a scenario for the cost of a party where the initial fee covers a given number of guests. The class determines the cost for specific numbers of guests...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Interpreting Graphs

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Sixth graders interpret linear and nonlinear graphs. They create graphs based on a problem set. Next, they represent quantitive relationships on a graph and write a story related to graphing.
Unit Plan
National Security Agency

Growing Patterns: Practical Pattern Problems

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Your learners explore growing patterns by describing, extending, creating, and evaluating practical pattern problems in this three-day collaborative unit. Beginning with concrete patterns and function tables to extend and...
Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Greetings

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Welcome learners to the world of algebra. Use a lesson that poses a situation involving the profit from creating greeting cards to teach about algebra. It requires scholars to use linear functions and inequalities to solve problems.
Lesson Plan
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Guess My Rule - Linear

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Learners examine the relationship between two equations. In this algebra lesson, students investigate linear and non-linear relationships between two equations. They discuss functions of graphs, tables and equations.
Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Matching Representations

For Students 8th Standards
Pupils explore the many representations of linear functions by completing a matching activity to connect the multiple representations of a function. They then reinforce the connection as individuals create the different representations...
Lesson Plan
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Particle Motion

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed Standards
Derivatives are useful for many things — they can even keep track of particle motion. An informative lesson plan provides an introduction to the idea of the second derivative in particle motion. Class members determine the...
Assessment
Noyce Foundation

Sewing

For Teachers 6th Standards
Sew up your unit on operations with decimals using this assessment task. Young mathematicians use given rules to determine the amount of fabric they need to sew a pair of pants. They must also fill in a partially complete bill for...