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Basic Matrix Algebra

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students perform basic matrices operations. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide matrices. They solve system of equations using matrices.
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Using Algebra to Solve Puzzles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners explore basic algebraic operations to solve real life situations. Additional problems are presented to continue the exploration of the concept.
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Sharing Gum

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young mathematicians solve arithmetic and simple algebraic equations using properties of real numbers, equality, and inequality. Justifying the procedures is their next task. They solve a problem involving linear inequality and justify...
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Exploring Exponential Growth and Decay Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students differentiate between exponential growth and decay. In this algebra lesson, students solve exponential equations using properties of exponents. They use the Ti calculator to graph and analyze their functions.
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Using CAS and algebra tiles with Expanding and factoring trinomials

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials.  In this Algebra I instructional activity, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.
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Polynomials Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers factor polynomials and linear functions and apply concepts of the fundamental theorem of algebra to solve problems. They graph their solutions and analyze the graph.
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Matrices: A Secret Weapon

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students perform operations with matrices. In this algebra lesson, students use cryptography and cryptanalysis to solve problems. They add, subtract, and multiply matrices.
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Algebra I: Multiplying Polynomials and Factoring

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students use concrete models (algebra blocks) to demonstrate their processes for solving quadratic equations. They apply the commutative, associative, and distributive properties to simplify algebraic expressions and to solve quadratic...
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Introductory Algebra Chapter 1 Review

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students solve the problems that involve linear equations. They substitute the values given for each variable.
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Algebra Match

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders identify the parts of an algebraic equation. They consider the many uses of algebra in daily life. They play a game, Algebra Match, where student pairs work to solve equations listed on index cards.
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Matrices at the Speed of Light!

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Perform operations using matrices in this algebra instructional activity. Middle schoolers add, subtract, and multiply matrices. Additionally, they solve systems of equations using matrices.
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Solving Systems of Equations Algebraically

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve systems of equations algebraically. In this algebra lesson, students solve systems using substitution and elimination. They solve linear and quadratic systems.
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Numbers, Numbers Everywhere!

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Explore properties of integers! In this algebra lesson, pupils add, subtract, divide and multiply using integers correctly. They differentiate between rational and irrational numbers.
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Worksheet Chapter 1, 1.2-1.8 College Prep Algebra

For Teachers 8th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, young scholars complete a variety of basic algebra problems. They compare integers, identify sets of numbers, simplify equations, translate words into numerical expressions, and identify properties. This...
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Area, Arithmetic and Algebra

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students model formulas for rectangles and squares. In this area, arithmetic and algebra lesson, students explore the formula for the area of squares and rectangles. They use squares to model the formula for the area and identify...
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Fun Creative Activities that Teach Math

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students have fun with math. In this math skills instructional activity, students collaborate to solve the problems presented in this interactive instructional activity. The problems pertain to geometry, measurement, probability, number...
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Translating Word Phrases into Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students view a PowerPoint and practice writing algebraic expressions from word phrases. In this algebra instructional activity, students utilize phrases such as, "plus, minus, sum, difference, increased by and subtracted from." There...
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College Prep Algebra, Worksheet Chapter 3, 2.5, 2.7, 3.1- 3.4

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students translate 39 word problems into algebraic terms and solve them. They complete 42 problems about coordinate graphing, working with ordered pairs, slop, and equations of lines.. They make 2 scatter grams...
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Writing Equations from Patterns: Pages 295-302

For Teachers 8th - 9th
In this math worksheet, students write equations for 6 tables of relations and 2 bracketed number sets. This worksheet goes with the Glencoe-McGraw-Hill Algebra 1 book.
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Chapter 6 Review Introductory Algebra

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, middle schoolers find the solutions to the problems that coincide with each Algebra objective. They simplify the expressions.
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Algebra: What's My Rule?

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students apply higher level thinking skills to determine rules for sorting and classification. In this pre-algebra lesson plan, students nominate classmates who they think satisfy the unspoken "rule" established by the leader. As...
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Equivalent Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore linear equations.  For this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders investigate how different equivalent equations can be used to describe any given line.  Students explore how to change equations to equivalents...
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Algebra Jeopardy

For Teachers 3rd - 9th
Students participate in an algebra jeopardy game. In this algebra review lesson, students are split into two groups and answer review questions from the Algebra I curriculum. Students use a prepared computer game as a game board.
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Worksheet 8 - Vectors

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this vector worksheet, pupils find the area of a parallelogram spanned by vectors, they give the geometric and algebraic definitions of the dot product and describe a sequence of vectors. This one-page worksheet contains six...