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Celsius to Fahrenheit

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students convert degrees between two different units. In this algebra lesson, students graph linear equations and identify the line of best fit. They use their line of best fit to make predictions given a set of data.
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Uncle Jed's Barbershop

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders examine productive resources. In this economics lesson, 4th graders read a book about a man who saves money to buy his own barbershop. After reading, students get into groups to play a game to learn about savings.
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Logic and Proof Writing

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students define inductive and deductive reasoning and write two column proofs. In this geometry lesson, students analyze arguments and draw conclusion. They define steps necessary to arrive at the correct answer when completing proofs.
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Slope and Topographic Maps

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate slopes as they study topographic maps. In this algebra lesson, students discuss and apply the concept of slopes to graphing and analyzing data.
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Introduction to Field Mapping with a Compass and Pace

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students practice using compass and calibrate their own pace, take field measurements of pre-set course with compass and pace, convert measurements into map, using angles and vectors, and make composite class map by adjusting different...
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Comparing Ratios

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve problems using ratio and proportion. In this math comparison instructional activity, students identify methods used to solve and compare ratio and proportion in the real world. They apply criss cross multiplying to solve...
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The Tangent Ratio

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students calculate the tangent ratio given a right triangle. For this trigonometry lesson, students use a right triangle and the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems.
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An Introduction to Quadrilaterals

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore the concept of quadrilaterals. In this quadrilateral instructional activity, students play with a floor tile applet to see that there are many types and characteristics of quadrilaterals including parallelograms,...
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Graphing Using Excel

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders complete a series of graphs by gathering information and using Excel to graph the information.  In this graphing lesson plan, 5th graders graph favorite desserts of the class. Student put their results into the...
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Exponents

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders solve problems involving exponential functions. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders apply their knowledge of exponential properties to add, multiply, divide and subtract exponential functions. They perform these operations...
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Factoring

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders factor equations and find prime numbers. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders find the factors and prime factors of a number using multiples and relatively prime numbers.
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Accounting

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Learners create bank reconciliation spreadsheet. In this algebra lesson, students discuss the basics about business, money and bank accounts. They use a bank reconciliation statement correctly.
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Probability and Expected Value

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students collect data and analyze it. In this statistics lesson, students make predictions using different outcomes of trials.
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The Golden Ratio

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using ratios and proportions. In this algebra lesson, students verify proportions, solve for the unknown and use real life scenario to model proportion.
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Tic-Tac-Toe

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate finite mathematics using a flow chart. In this algebra lesson, students investigate logic and strategies using flowcharts. Students compete against each other using different approaches to playing the game.
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Discovering Pi

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students relate Pi to a circle. In this circles instructional activity, students identify the different properties of two dimensional objects. They relate Pi to the circumference, diameter and area of a circle .
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The Monty Hall Problem

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students define and differentiate between experimental and theoretical probability. In this statistic lesson, students play the game "Monty Hall" and use probability to come up with the best strategies to play the game.
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Perpendicular Lines in the Coordinate Plane

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students investigate the relationship between perpendicular and parallel lines on a coordinate plane. In this geometry instructional activity, students differentiate lines based on their slopes.
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How Markets Work

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore the role of government in the economy market. For this economics lesson, students analyze the decision making and how it takes into consideration additional cost, benefits and public awareness of what they are trying to...
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Data and Scientific Graphs

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students conduct experiments and graph their data. In this statistics lesson, students collect data and graph it on a coordinate plane. They analyze the data looking for patterns and they discuss their findings with the class.
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The Weather Around Us

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore weather patterns. For this weather lesson, 1st graders research the daily weather by creating a graph of the daily weather conditions. Students use the computer to access information regarding the weather forecast....
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RIP M&M's

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve theoretical probability problems. For this algebra lesson, students apply the concept of probabilities to solving real life scenarios. They collect data and graph it using experimental probability.
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Real Life Algebra

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students investigate where in their everyday life math is used. In this algebra lesson, students describe linear transformation as it relates to business and sales. They relate area and perimeter to their yard or garden, as well as...
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Polly and the Shapeshifter

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students analyze the patterns in polygons and relate it to the rate of change. In this algebra instructional activity, students discuss the relationship between the data and the graph of the data.