Curated OER
Factoring Perfect Squares
In this factoring worksheet, students factor perfect squares. Explanations and examples are provided at the beginning of the worksheet. This two-page worksheet contains ten problems.
Curated OER
L5.3 Worksheet: Multiplying and Factoring Polynomials
For this multiplying and factoring polynomials worksheet, students solve 25 short answer problems. Students FOIL binomials, expand binomials, factor perfect square trinomials, etc.
Curated OER
Completing the Square
In this polynomial instructional activity, students complete the square of a given problem. Explanations and examples are provided. This two-page instructional activity contains ten problems.
Charleston School District
Evaluation of Roots
You mean the square root of five and five don't have the same value? Learners estimate the value of irrational roots. As they practice estimating the value, they increase their understanding of roots. The lesson is the fourth in a series...
Curated OER
Expand Using Identities
In this expanding using identities worksheet, students use 2 identity properties given to solve 5 equations. Answers are included on page 2.
Curated OER
Squaring Function of Natural Numbers
Eighth graders complete problems where they use the definition of exponents to expand the squaring function of natural numbers. For this squaring natural numbers lesson plan, 8th graders also identify squares form 0 - 12 and complete a...
Incredible Art Department
Notan Collages - "Expanding the Square"
Notan is a Japanese word that expresses the interaction between light and dark. Learners explore Notan while creating dimensional art pieces that examine positive and negative spaces. They'll discuss the art of Notan, create...
University of Utah
Rational and Irrational Numbers
Conquer any irrational fears you might have of irrational numbers. As class members investigate how to represent numbers geometrically, they learn about rational and irrational numbers, including approximating and ordering rational...
Mathematics Vision Project
Structures of Expressions
This comprehensive unit investigates transformations of quadratics, having learners follow "Optima" through the development and growth of her quilting business. Deftly weaving the story into the mathematical mechanics, the unit gives...
Mathematics Vision Project
Module 7: Structure of Expressions
The structure of an expression is a descriptive feature. Learners build a solid understanding of quadratic functions using an analysis of expressions in different forms. The seventh module in a series of nine includes 12 lessons...
EngageNY
Multiplying and Factoring Polynomial Expressions (part 1)
Polynomial multiplication and factoring go hand in hand. Why not teach them together. This resource begins with an area model for distributing a monomial and then connects the process to factoring the GCF. Learners then advance to...
Curated OER
Rational Expressions
Students simplify rational expressions. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve rational equations using multiplication and division. They apply properties of exponents and negative exponents to solve the problems.
Curated OER
It Came from Outer Space! The AA Meteorite Connection
Students discover why Antarctica is the most fruitful place on earth for locating meteorites. They work in groups. Students are given a Museum or University Name for each group. They are explained that each group is allowed to comb...