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Curated OER

Writing Equations of Lines Using The Point-Slope Form

For Teachers 8th - 10th
In this writing equations worksheet, students find the equation of a line containing specified points. They determine the slope of a line from given points. This two-page worksheet contains 20 problems. Examples and explanations are...
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Willow Tree

Equations of a Line

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Each form of a linear equation has its purpose — pupils just have to find it. Building on the previous lesson in the series, learners examine point-slope and standard form. Using point-slope form, pupils write the equation of a...
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Willow Tree

Slope

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Investigate the different types of slope using graphs and ordered pairs. Scholars use the slope formula to determine the slope of a line between two points. Includes examples with a slope of zero and with no slope. The lesson follows a...
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EngageNY

The Line Joining Two Distinct Points of the Graph y=mx+b Has Slope m

For Teachers 8th Standards
Investigate the relationship between the slope-intercept form and the slope of the graph. The lesson plan leads an investigation of the slope-intercept equation of a line and its slope. Pupils realize the slope is the same as the...
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Curated OER

Worksheet 7: Slope and Tangents

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Providing both review and practice problems, this worksheet prompts learners to answer five questions having to do with slope, tangents lines, graphing, the Squeeze Theorem, differentiable functions and derivatives. This activity could...
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EngageNY

Constant Rates Revisited

For Teachers 8th Standards
Find the faster rate. The resource tasks the class to compare proportional relationships represented in different ways. Pupils find the slope of the proportional relationships to determine the constant rates. They then analyze the...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Introduction to Linear Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Introduce your algebra learners to linear and quadratic functions. Learners compare the differences and relate them back to the equations and graphs. Lead your class to discussions on the properties of a function or a constant slope...
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Curated OER

Introductory Algebra Chapter 7 Review

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students solve the problems based upon finding the slope of the linear equation lines. Each problem set has a detailed example.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Robot Races

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Analyze data on a graph to answer three questions after a robot race. Learners practice comparing ratios and reading points on a graph. Answers may vary on the last question based on accuracy of graphing. Use the lesson along with...
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Curated OER

More on Graphing Linear Equations

For Teachers 10th - 11th
In this graphing worksheet, students graph linear equations, identify the x or y-intercept. Graph paper is provided below each equation. There are nine problems on this two-page worksheet.
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Curated OER

Secant and Tangent Lines

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders recognize the use of the slope of the secant line and connect it with the graph of the secant line, as the secant line approaches the tangent line. They also recognize the two forms of the slope formula used and practice...
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Curated OER

Worksheet 14

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students analyze a path around a circle. The interval is defined. Students sketch a graph of a given parametric curve. Five application problems give students practice using these concepts in real life situations.
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Curated OER

Students Teaching Equations of a Line

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars are divided into groups and then each group is assigned a separate topic related to the equation of a line. Each group researches their topic and then they teach the rest of the groups about it.
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Curated OER

More Graphing With Intercepts

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this graphing worksheet, young scholars graph linear equations. They identify the x or y-intercept. Coordinate planes are available below each equation. Nine problems are provided on this two-page worksheet.
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Curated OER

More On Graphing Linear Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this linear equation worksheet, students graph linear equations and identify the x or y-intercept. There are nine graphing equations on this two-page worksheet.
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Cornell University

Constructing and Visualizing Topographic Profiles

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Militaries throughout history have used topography information to plan strategies, yet many pupils today don't understand it. Scholars use Legos and a contour gauge to understand how to construct and visualize topographic profiles. This...
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Curated OER

Choosing a Summer Job

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
What did you do over your summer vacation. Young wage earners must compare summer job options, and determine when each job earn the same amount and what that amount be. This be done by creating, graphing, and solving systems of...
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Curated OER

This Building is Tall

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students calculate the perimeter of shapes. In this geometry lesson, students relate properties of polygons to the real world. They find length, midpoint and slope.
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Curated OER

Graphing To Solve Systems of Equations

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars explore graping linear equations and their relevance to real life situations. After a teacher led demonstration, students work at their desks and on the board to plot points and determine the slope of a line. Young...
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Curated OER

Excavations

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils engage in a lesson that is concerned with the excavation of various types of sites that include mines. The safety standards of working in the mines is covered and practiced with a review of OSHA. Students discuss the possible...
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Curated OER

Perpendicular and Angle Bisectors

For Teachers 10th
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve problems that are based on the theorems associated with perpendicular and angle bisectors of a triangle.  An application on the coordinate plane is included.  The one page...