Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Writing Inequalities to Describe Real World Situations
In this exercise, students practice writing inequalities to describe real-world situations. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Real World Examples of Quadratic Equations
Provides examples of how quadratic equations can be used in real-world scenarios, and the different methods used to solve them.
Cengage Learning
Brooks/cole: Real World Mathematics
This page describes different types of applications in which different forms of Math can be used. Scroll down near the bottom of the page to read about how differential equations can be used in solving real world problems.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Get the Math
On this site, students can explore real-world applications of algebra concepts in music, fashion, and video games. It provides comprehensive lesson plans, video clips, and interactive challenges for students.
Other
The Futures Channel: Problem Solving
"Connecting learning to the real world" is the goal of the Futures Channel. Through the use of short videos, teachers can integrate real-world examples of how math and science are used in everyday life. Complete teaching guidelines...
Other
Nearpod: Proportions: Real World Examples
For this lesson, 7th graders will learn how to solve proportions using cross-products.
Other
Nearpod: Rates & Ratios: Real World Examples
In this lesson, 7th graders will use ratios, rates, and unit rates to solve problems.
Government of Alberta
Learn Alberta: Math Interactives: Classifying Quadrilaterals
This multimedia that includes a short video [1:19] and other interactive activities on Learn Alberta math resource looks at real-world examples of shape classification in the investigation and solving of crimes. The accompanying...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Given the Perimeter Find the Side Length and Area Squares
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video overview on how to find the area of a square when given the perimeter. CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.D.8 Solve real world and mathematical problems...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Elem Math: Given the Area Find the Side Length and Perimeter Squares
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students watch a video and attempt practice problems on how to find the perimeter and side length of a square when given the area of a square....
Education Development Center
Tune in to Learning: Math Lesson Working With Ratios
Did you know that chefs must know how to use ratios in order to prepare meals? Learn the value of understanding how to write ratios, ratio proportionality, and ratios in lowest terms in this interactive lesson. Based on real world...
Maths Challenge
Maths challenge.net: Measuring Mountains
Use your triangle solving skills to solve this triangle problem and then apply it to the real world.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Think Math
Think Math offers a collection of 43 KET-produced resources from Math at the Core: Middle School, including 17 Scale City videos and interactives about proportional reasoning, 14 Wild Fractions animations and games that feature visual...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Radical Functions in the Real World
This video tutorial demonstrates how to write and solve radical functions using real-world scenarios. Students can check their understanding with an assessment.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Math Space Odyssey: The Capacity of the Planets
Use this activity to teach learners to represent numbers in scientific notation, and use geometry to solve problems related to three-dimensional figures. Explore distance and capacity problems about planets in the solar system. The...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Congruence of Triangles
Congruent means, "same size, same shape." Find out more about this concept at this test prep site with real world examples and pictures. Hands-on classroom activity and lots of practice. Knowledge of basic algebra and geometry concepts...
Other
Communication in Math Activities for Grades K 2
Early learners can build their math communication skills with these "Real-world," writing and problem solving activities. Students focus on developing strategies for using math vocabulary and writing about math.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 2 Review
A more advanced review of Algebra II concepts allows students to test their readiness for higher level math courses. Topics range from absolute value to rational expressions.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Line Up!
Take the math challenge. Can you figure out how long you have to wait in line to buy a ticket? An estimation and time measurement challenge from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families collection. Based on real-world themes and...
Other
How to Study: The Rqwqcq Strategy for Solving Math Word Problems
RQWQCQ is a good strategy to use when solving math word (or "story") problems. Each of the letters in RQWQCQ stands for a step in the strategy.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Vcr
This resource presents an interesting challenge for the serious mathematician with strong reasoning skills. Explore proportional reasoning, probabilities, fractions, and ratios in this challenge to figure out if you always get six hours...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Math: Algebra: Creating Equations From Word Problems
A video, a karaoke song to sing along to, and a short quiz on strategies for solving a word problem in an organized way using algebraic thinking.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Problem Solving Plan, Choose an Operation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Solve problems by choosing an appropriate operation.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Cake Recipe Ratio
Dr. Math has to go into the kitchen to solve this real-world problem. A student is looking for a solution to a ratio problem about baking a cake. You'll need to stir up your knowledge of ratios, fractions, decimals, proportions, and...