Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Evaluating Expressions Using Tiles

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders are shown a variety of algebraic equations. In groups, they use tiles to represent each expression in the equations. To end the lesson, they solve story problems with one and two unknown variables. Individuals share their...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Rational Numbers

For Students 8th - 9th
In this rational numbers worksheet, learners solve and complete 33 different problems that include adding and subtracting various types of rational numbers. First, they determine the sum or difference of each problems. Then, students...
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Expressions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Strive to think outside of the quadrilateral parallelogram. Worksheet includes two problems applying prior knowledge of area and perimeter to parallelograms and trapezoids. The focus is on finding and utilizing the proper formula and...
Assessment
Charleston School District

Pre-Test Unit 1: Exponents

For Teachers 8th Standards
How much do you know about exponents? The pre-test covers the concepts of integer exponents with both numerical and algebraic one-variable expressions. The test is also over representing numbers in scientific notation, operating with...
Activity
5280 Math

Stories That Formulas Tell

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Learn the stories a formula holds. An interesting lesson takes a unique approach to teach how to use formulas. Beginning with a formula, learners predict what the variables stand for and then use the formula to make calculations and tell...
Activity
Education Development Center

Integer Combinations—Postage Stamps Problem (HS Version)

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
It seems the post office has run out of stamps! Learners build all the values of postage available if the post office only sells five- and seven-cent stamps. The task provides an opportunity to create an expression in two variables and...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Integrated Algebra Practice: Absolute Value Expressions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this absolute value expression worksheet, students solve 13 multiple choice and short answer questions. Students simplify absolute value expressions by adding, subtracting, and finding the absolute value of rational numbers.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Order of Operations

For Students 8th - 9th
In this order of operations worksheet, students solve and complete 7 different problems that include using the order of operations or PEMDAS. First, they simplify expressions inside grouping symbols and then any terms containing...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Expressions Worksheet

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students simplify the expressions. They create new expressions converting words into variables. They also practice using the order of operations.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra 1 Properties

For Students 8th - 9th
In this Algebra 1 properties worksheet, students match the name of the property with the expression for 14 properties used to evaluate and simplify algebraic expression.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebraic Fractions

For Students 9th
In this algebraic fractions instructional activity, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include simplifying and reducing various algebraic fractions. First, they determine whether each of the fractions can be reduced. Then,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Integrated Algebra Practice: Evaluating Expressions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this evaluating expressions worksheet, students solve 10 short answer and multiple choice questions. Students evaluate absolute value, polynomial, and exponential expressions for a given value.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Evaluate Expressions-Order of Operations

For Students 4th - 6th
In this order of operations pre-algebra worksheet, students evaluate a set of 24 given expressions. An answer key is included on page 2; students are given space to show their work.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebraic Expression: Two Variables: Decimals

For Students 6th
In this algebraic worksheet, 6th graders focus on expressions with two variables.  Students complete 5 problems using decimals and the workspace given to demonstrate how each problem is solved.
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.
Lesson Plan
Teacher Created Resources

PEMDAS: Order of Operations

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
Learners complete algebraic equations. They learn the algebraic order of operations and the acronym, PEMDAS, to help them remember the correct order of operations. Pupils complete algebraic equations using the order of operations.
Lesson Plan
National Security Agency

Multiple Representations of Limits

For Students 11th - 12th Standards
After an introductory activity to demonstrate the theory of a limit, additional activities approach a limit from graphical, numerical, and algebraic methods. The activity looks at the multiple ways of understanding and evaluating a...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Linear Equations in x

For Teachers 8th Standards
What does it mean to solve an equation? The resource revisits the concept of making a linear equation true. Classmates use algebraic methods to transform sides of equations to expressions with fewer terms. They use substitution to...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the solution to rational expressions. They solve word problems using the correct formula and equation set up. There are 10 questions with a bonus.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Law of Sines

For Students 10th
In this Law of sines worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different sets of problems related to the Law of Sine and Ambiguous case. First, they determine the ratio of the sides of the triangle with the given measurements. Then, students...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lesson Plan 3: Order of Operation

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Order of operations is foundational for the future study of algebra. With ample time for instruction and independent practice these activities will help your class improve their understanding of this important concept. Includes the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra Worksheet: Number systems

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
This worksheet was originally created for a college level algebra class. It does contain some interesting questions about number and quantity that are important for algebra learners to understand. Natural numbers, integers, rational,...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Unit 9 Review

For Students 8th - 10th
Middle and high schoolers solve and complete 15 various types of problems that include evaluating expressions and graphing. First, they use the substitution method to solve pairs of equations for a variable. Then, learners write out a...
Unit Plan
Benjamin Franklin High School

Saxon Math: Algebra 2 (Section 3)

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
In this third of a twelve-part series, the focus moves from using matrices to solving systems of equations with substitution and elimination, including more than two dimensions and variables in equations, and analyzing statistical data....