Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Fractals

For Teachers All
Students build a working definition of regular fractal, look carefully at the concepts of dimension and scale, and are introduced to logarithms. They solve simple exponential equations for the exponent both by trial and error and using...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Properties of Fractals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students build a working definition of a regular fractal, they measure the concepts of dimensions and scale, they explore the concept of a logarithm and they attempt to solve simple exponential equations for the exponent both by trial...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Real Number System

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders discuss the real number system and its' properties. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders discuss rational, irrational, closure, real numbers and the distributive property of algebra. They solve problems using these...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Evaluate Using Power Rule

For Students 9th - 10th
For this algebra worksheet, learners solve exponential logarithmic equations. They find the base or the exponent of the problem using logarithmic properties. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
eBook
Rice University

College Algebra

For Students 9th - Higher Ed Standards
Is there more to college algebra than this? Even though the eBook is designed for a college algebra course, there are several topics that align to Algebra II or Pre-calculus courses. Topics begin with linear equation and inequalities,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dividing Integer Powers

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Work on the concept of using division with integer powers. The skills of using exponents and multiplying powers should be in place before attempting this lesson. The lesson provides examples for the teacher to use for direct instruction.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore multiplying polynomials. They observe solving polynomials using the standard order of operations, FOIL, and the box method. Throughout the demonstration, students explore strategies of solving word problems such as...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Simplifying Distribution Worksheet

For Students 7th - 9th
In this simplifying distribution worksheet, students solve problems with one variable using the distributive property. They place their answers in the answer box provided on the internet. Students are able to view step-by-step problems...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Nets And Surface Area

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders investigate how to find the surface area when using two-dimensional shapes. They conduct an investigation in groups while working sample problems given during class discussion with the teacher. They also review how to...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Modeling with Exponential Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
These aren't models made of clay. Young mathematicians model given population data using exponential functions. They consider different models and choose the best one.
Lesson Plan
Willow Tree

Multiplying Polynomials

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Make two parts into a whole. Scholars learn to multiply polynomials to create a simplified polynomial expression. Polynomials include monomial, binomials, and trinomials. 
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponential vs. Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils differentiate between exponential and power functions. They identify the base, exponent and properties of exponential functions. They also graph the functions using the TI calculator.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Surface Area and Volume of a Cube

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore finding the surface area and volume of cubes and cylinders. They construct similar three-dimensional figures from a two-dimensional drawing. Students derive the formula for volume and surface area through examination...
Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 2: Linear and Exponential Functions

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
Write, graph, and model all things linear and exponential. Building on the previous module in a nine-part Algebra I series, learners compare linear exponential modeling. They write equations, graph functions, and analyze key features.
Unit Plan
EngageNY

Complex Numbers and Transformations

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Your learners combine their knowledge of real and imaginary numbers and matrices in an activity containing thirty lessons, two assessments (mid-module and end module), and their corresponding rubrics. Centered on complex numbers and...
Activity
Illustrative Mathematics

Ants Versus Humans

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
You would think that humans make up more mass than ants do on this planet, but think again, and this time by performing calculations. Middle schoolers use scientific notation to compute and compare the estimated total mass of all humans...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to Minerals

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students discover how crystal structures go together to create minerals.  In this earth science instructional activity, students work in groups to create 3-dimensional shapes of crystals that they then put together in a compact...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exploring Arrangements of 2, 3, 4, and 5 Cubes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students construct models of various tricubes, tetracubes, and pentacubes that are possible, classify n-cubes into different groupings, and draw these figures on isometric dot paper giving true perspective to what they visualize.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Golden Students

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Scholars view the video, "Donald Duck in Mathmagic Land," and discuss examples in nature which have proportions of the golden ratio. They measure and record different body lengths from a worksheet and convert the ratios to equivalent...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Cutting Corners - Parts 1 and 2

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners use optimization concepts to design their own container. In this optimization lesson plan, students understand how the optimization concept is critical in calculus and why products are packaged the way they are.
Lesson Plan
Code.org

Public Key Cryptography

For Students 9th - 12th
Investigate how public key cryptography works. Scholars continue their study of one-way functions and asymmetric keys and apply this information to public key cryptography. They use an app to explore public key cryptography and its...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders use the properties of equality to solve multi-step equations in one variable.  The tow page worksheet contains explanation, guided examples, and fifteen practice problems.  Answers are...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Holiday Algebra

For Students 8th - 10th
Students use expansion and properties of power to identify the given initials of songs. In this word problem worksheet, students write  the  initials out using the exponents to find out how many words there are. There are 17...