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Fitting a Line to Data

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students work together in groups to collect data in relationship to how much water marbles can displace. After the experiment, they use the data to identify the linear equation to determine the best-fit line. They use the equation to...
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Calculus: Graphical, Numerical, Algebraic

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the interplay between the geometric and analytic information and on the use of calculus both to predict and to explain the observed local and global behavior of a function. They write a paragraph describing any...
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Slope Fields

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students sketch a slope field for a given differential equation, given a slope field. They also match a slope field to a differential equation and match a slope field to a solution of a differential equation. Finally, students use a...
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Grab Bags

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders graph two inequalities with a single variable. They include drawing the intersection or union of inequalities on a number line. Students solve the linear equations using properties of equality and inequality. The lesson...
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Absolute Value Word Problems: Practice A

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate absolute value equations and inequalities. In this Algebra I instructional activity, 9th graders solve and graph absolute value equations and inequalities. Students translate verbal expressions into absolute...
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Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students graph quadratic equations on paper and check their results on the graphing calculator. They predict the direction of the graph and the vertex point. Students use the vertex, axis of symmetry and knowledge of which direction the...
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Sorting Pennies, A Wagering Activity for Algebra I

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students solve weight equations. In this equations lesson, groups of students weigh and separate pennies to find information necessary to solve simultaneous equations. The teacher provides equations based on the weight of pennies before...
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Mean, Median, Mode, and Range: Practice

For Students 4th - 5th
In this line plots worksheet, students make a line plot for each set of data and identify any clusters or gaps. Students then find the mean, median, mode, and range for the first four problems. Students then find n using the given mean,...
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Parabolas

For Students 8th - 9th
In this parabolas worksheet, students solve and complete 12 different types of problems. First, they draw a sketch of each equation shown. Then, students write the vertex form of each graph on the line provided.
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Solutions, Solutions, Could it Be?

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students graph and solve linear system of equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students use algebraic and graphing methods to solve their systems. They find the point of intersection for their solution and draw inference from...
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Hit Me If You Can!

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. For this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Inequalities are Everywhere

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders work with a family member to graph inequalities on a number line. The two page worksheet contains five questions. Answers are included.
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Correlate This!

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students investigate different correlations. In this algebra lesson, students analyze graphs and identify the lines as having positive, negative or no correlation. They calculate the line of best fit using a scatter plot.
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Linear Regression on TI-82

For Students 10th - 11th
In this linear regression worksheet, students graph linear regression problems using the TI-82 calculator. Instructions for using the calculator are provided. This two-page worksheet contains six problems.
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Linear Regression on TI-89

For Students 11th - 12th
In this linear regression worksheet, learners use the TI-89 calculator to graph linear regressions. Details instructions on the use of the calculator are provided. This one-page worksheet contains six problems.
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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.
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Slopey Math

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the slope of a line and use it to solve real life problems. In this algebra lesson, students write linear equations in slope intercept form and make a correlation to its relation to the real world. They use the slope an...
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Quiz 4: Derivative

For Students Higher Ed
In this derivative learning exercise, students determine the derivative of given functions. They find an equation of a line which is tangent to a given graph and identify an equation of a line which is perpendicular to the graph. This...
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The Absolute Truth

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve problems of inequalities and equations. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide to solve inequalities. They graph their solutions on a number line.
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Solving Systems Algebraically

For Students 8th - 11th
In this algebra lesson, students solve systems of equations. They solve using substitution and elimination. There are 10 questions.
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Don't Fence Me In: Prisms

For Students 9th - 12th
In this prism worksheet students explore the best way to divide a rectangular region into four areas using parallel lines.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem.  The answer is provided.
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Spreadsheet Function Machine

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students create a spreadsheet to analyze functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students use spreadsheets to find the intersection of systems of equations. They identify the dependent and independent function as it relates to...
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Linear Regression on TI-83

For Students 11th - 12th
In this linear regression instructional activity, students use TI-83 calculators to graph linear regressions. Instructions for using the calculator are provided. This two-page instructional activity contains six problems.
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EOCT Practice 1

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I learning exercise, 9th graders solve practice problems in preparation for the end of course testing.  The one page learning exercise contains twenty multiple choice questions.  Answers are provided.