Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matchstick Math: Using Manipulatives to Model Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Playing with matches (unlit, of course) becomes an engaging learning experience in this fun instructional unit. Teach pupils how to apply properties of exponential functions to solve problems. They differentiate between quadratic and...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Wishful Thinking—Does Linearity Hold? (Part 1)

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Not all linear functions are linear transformations — show your class the difference. The first lesson in a unit on linear transformations and complex numbers that spans 32 segments introduces the concept of linear transformations and...
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Curated OER

Properties of Logarithms

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate properties of logarithmic function as they add, subtract and multiply logarithms. They graph and analyze the graph for exponential equivalency.
Unit Plan
Curated OER

Linear and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
This comprehensive unit on linear and exponential functions provides numerous clearly-written worksheets. Topics include graphing linear equations, solving systems of equations algebraically and by graphing, identifying the domain and...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Challenge Discussion Sheet 9

For Students Higher Ed
In this limits activity, students evaluate five limits using limit definitions. They solve differential equations by isolating one variable. Students determine the dimensions of a rectangle inscribed below the graph of a curve.
Lesson Plan
Howard County Schools

Drawing Inverses

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
An Algebra II lesson draws the connection between the exponential function and its inverse. By graphing an exponential function and using tables and a calculator, young scholars graph the logarithmic function. The plan comes with a...
Assessment
Illustrative Mathematics

Modeling London's Population

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Looking at London's population from 1801–1961 in 20 year increments, high school mathematicians determine if the data can be modeled by a given logistic growth equation. They explain their thinking and determine the values of each...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Polynomial Quilt

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders create polynomial quilts. In this polynomials instructional activity, 10th graders use concrete models, such as construction paper, to create various shapes described. Students use the FOIL method to multiply terms and to...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Logarithms

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of logarithms.  In this logarithms instructional activity, students graph logarithms on their Ti-Nspire calculator.  High schoolers describe the shapes of their graphs by identifying slope,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

An Introduction to the Natural Logarithm (ln)

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the dose response principle, an introduction to what the "natural log" (ln) is and how it behaves. They create and analyze a dose response graph.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Logarithmic Functions

For Students 9th - 11th
In this logarithms functions worksheet, students learn about logarithms and answer 13 questions pertaining to logarithms. This worksheet contains the link to a website with additional information.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Logarithmic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve exponential functions. In this algebra lesson, students identify the properties of logarithmic and exponential functions. They graph their functions and solve using change of base formula.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra II Review: Exponential Functions and Logarithms

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra II review:  exponential functions and logarithms activity, students solve 19 problems, including making graphs, simplifying and evaluating.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Functions and Logarithms - Week 4

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this function and logarithm instructional activity, students solve function problems by finding the sum of the digits. They use logarithms to solve graphing problems and find the number of prime numbers. This three-page instructional...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Functions and Logarithms

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this function and logarithm worksheet, students use functions and logarithms to find the sum of digits in a given series. They determine the value of an expression and find the distance between the points of intersection. This...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Logarithmic Functions as Inverses

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
In this algebra learning exercise, learners solve logarithmic functions. They graph their solution using log properties. There are 6 questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Reflections

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners explore reflection of polygons on a coordinate plane. They examine the relationships that exist between corresponding points and sides. 
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponential Functions

For Teachers 11th - 12th
With this two-page resource, learners evaluate and graph exponential functions. There are 48 questions using logs and exponents as the parent function.
Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 1: Functions and Their Inverses

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Nothing better than the original! Help your class understand the relationship of an inverse function to its original function. Learners study the connection between the original function and its inverse through algebraic properties,...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Exponential and Logarithmic Graphs

For Students 11th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the different properties of logarithmic and exponential graphs. They label each graph as having exponential growth or decay. There are 4 matching questions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Exponents and Logarithms Test

For Students 11th - 12th
In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus activity, students solve advanced logarithmic and exponential equations. The two page activity contains ten multipart problems. Answers are not provided.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Logarithms

For Teachers 11th - 12th
In this pre-calculus worksheet, students write equations in exponential form and logarithmic form.  Students solve and graph logarithmic equations.  The two page worksheet contains eighty-six problems.  Answers are...
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Mathalicious

Pandemic

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young scientists use exponential growth and logarithms to model how a virus spreads through a population. Pupils watch a news clip about the 2012 outbreak of Ebola. Scholars then manipulate inactive graphs to see how various factors...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Worksheet #6, Exponents, Interest, and Radioactive Decay of Isotopes

For Students 11th - 12th
In this calculus worksheet, students sketch graphs of given exponential functions. They compute the principal needed to have a given ending balance when the interest is compounded at varying times. Students use a simple exponential model...