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Properties of Parabolas
Have your learners investigate parabolas. In this Algebra II lesson plan, students explore the basic definition of a parabola by using Cabri Jr. to create a parabola given the focus and directrix. Students interpret the equation...
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The Wave of the Future
Twelfth graders discuss sine curves and enter equations into their graphing calculator then compare different graphs created on their calculators. They identify the period, amplitude and phase shift given the graph or the equation of a...
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Mean, Median, and Mode
Eighth graders practice using the LIST key on graphing calculators using the proper syntax. They work with the functions of mean, median, and mode in a teacher led lesson and then with a partner on a second data set. They follow...
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Worksheet #2.6: MT-A141 PreCalculus
In this graphing worksheet, students predict how a graph of given functions will work. Next, they check their work using a graphing calculator. Students use algebra to complete the graph of a square and determine transformations.
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Worksheet 2.4/2.5: MT-A141 PreCalculus
For this precalculus worksheet, students use their graphing calculator to graph the domain and range of given terms. They write parametric equations and identify the coordinates of the points on the relation given certain terms.
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Handy Reflections
Learners explore reflections on a coordinate plane in this lesson. They trace their hand on a grid, determine the coordinates of each point, and create a scatter plot of their points. Pupils use this information to investigate aspect...
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Connecting Translations, Reflections, and Rotations
Learners differentiate between translation, reflection and rotation. They explore the 3 types of transformation using Cabri Jr. and build on previous knowledge in this lesson.
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Picket Fence Free Fall
Students measure acceleration using a Picket Fence and a Photogate. For this physics lesson, students drop an object and measure the acceleration of the object free falling. They log their data using the TI.
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Bouncing Ball Experiment
Students collect data for a bouncing ball and select one bounce to analyze. They explore the relationship between velocity, position and acceleration. They seek out connections between the graphs and the physical motion of the ball.
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Line of Best Fit
Students identify the line of best fit. In this statistics activity, students collect and analyze data. They calculate the regression equations and identify the different types of correlation.
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La Toteca- A Tropical Paradise
Students collect data on the time of the ferry. In this algebra instructional activity, students use the data to predict a ferry schedule. They also compute the depth where oxygen would be needed when diving.
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High and Low Tides
Students collect real world data from the Web regarding high and low tides at various locations in the United States. They find a function which models this data and make predictions on tide levels based on the information found.
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Let's Get Physical
Learners collect data using the CBL. In this statistics instructional activity, students predict the type of graph that will be created based on the type of activity the person does. The graph represents heart rate depending the level of...
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Burning Snacks in Chem Lab
Students determine the energy content of various snack foods. They measure the temperature changes in various snack foods as the foods are burned in order to determine the foods' energy content. Students create graphs and data tables of...
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Graphical Analysis of Straight-Line Motion
Learners investigate the concept of straight line motion. They determine the pattern and graph it looking for the motion maintained at a constant speed. Students also write a description of the significance of the line. The skill of...
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How Much Is Too Much?
Students examine population growth and collect data. In this statistics lesson plan, students create a scatter plot to represent the different species found in the water and are being harvested. They graph their data and draw conclusion...
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The Absolute Truth
Young scholars 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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What's The Point?
Students solve word problems using the correct math symbols. For this algebra lesson, students use the TI calculator to graph their equation and analyze it. They find the line of regression and use to draw conclusion.
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Function Investigation
In this functions worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 18 different problems. First, they graph each equation on the graphs provided, making a rough sketch on a coordinate plane. Then, students predict what each graph will look...
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Who is Being Left Behind?
Students investigate scores as they relate to race. In this algebra lesson, students analyze standardized scores and how race can affect these scores. They plot their findings on a graph and draw conclusions.
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The Fuelish Fact Finding
Students define fluctuation and the price of food. In this algebra lesson, students create a budget to live on based on their living expenses. They create a chart and explore the cause and effect of real life scenarios.
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Motion of a Bouncing Ball
Twelfth graders complete a unit of lessons on derivatives as they are applied to motion. They observe and discuss demonstrations, conduct an experiment involving a motion sensor, graph and analyze the results, and summarize their findings.
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Slopey Math
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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Linear Functions
Students solve and graph linear equations. In this algebra activity, students collect data and plot it to create a linear function. They identify the domain and range of each line.