NASA
Lights on the International Space Station
Groups explore illumination with NASA's Lighting Environment Test Facility (LETF) as a context. Using the TI-Nspire app, groups determine the lux equation that models their simulation. They then use the lux equation to...
EngageNY
Modeling from a Sequence
Building upon previous knowledge of sequences, collaborative pairs analyze sequences to determine the type and to make predictions of future terms. The exercises build through arithmetic and geometric sequences before introducing...
Concord Consortium
Painted Stage
Find the area as it slides. Pupils derive an equation to find the painted area of a section of a trapezoidal-shaped stage The section depends upon the sliding distance the edge of the painted section is from a vertex of the trapezoid....
EngageNY
Multiplying and Dividing Expressions with Radicals
That's radical! Simplifying radicals may not be exciting, but it is an important skill. A math lesson provides explanations of properties used throughout the material. Scholars practice skills needed to multiply and divide...
Curated OER
e, pi, and Exponential Functions
Students investigate e, pi and exponents. In this calculus instructional activity, students define constants and non-constants using, pi, e and exponents as an example. They use the TI to work the problems in this instructional activity.
Curated OER
Additional Context Problems for Quadratic Models
Working with real world applications of quadratic models, students solve four practical problems requiring the use of the quadratic equation. They are guided through the process by a series of questions following each problem.
Curated OER
Quadratics: Vertex Form
Students practice graphing quadratic equations. They work to solve and equation involving finding the vertex using given formulas. Once their points have been graphed, students determine the direction in which the angle opens. Worksheets...
Curated OER
Effects of Parameter Changes
Students define properties of a quadratic equation. In this algebra instructional activity, students graph and factor quadratic functions. They write equations for polynomials, given a graph.
Curated OER
Quadratic Equations
Tenth graders review algebraic methods of solving quadratic equations. Students discuss several methods of solving quadratic equations. They practice factoring and finding the roots of an equation for solving. A calculator is used to...
Curated OER
Classifying Functions
Eleventh graders sort different types of functions including rational, periodic, exponential, polynomial, quadratic, logarithmic and linear using "function cards." The functions are displayed in multiple representations including...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Explore the Transformations of Linear and Absolute Value Functions Using Graphing Utilities
Students explore the concept of transformations. For this transformation lesson, students use an applet that is an interactive absolute value graph applet. Students manipulate the applet to examine the change in the function...
Curated OER
Reading Graphs
Working independently or in teams, your class practices connecting graphs, formulas and words. This lesson includes a guided discussion about distance vs. time graphs and looking at how velocity changes over time.
EngageNY
The Special Role of Zero in Factoring
Use everything you know about quadratic equations to solve polynomial equations! Learners apply the Zero Product Property to factor and solve polynomial equations. They make a direct connection to methods they have used with quadratic...
Curated OER
Going Back to Your Roots
Investigate the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra and explore polynomial equations to determine the number of factors, the number of roots, and investigate multiplicity of roots.
EngageNY
Relationships Between Two Numerical Variables
Working in small groups and in pairs, classmates build an understanding of what types of relationships can be used to model individual scatter plots. The nonlinear scatter plots in this lesson plan on relationships between two numerical...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Multiple Representations of Equations
class members first work through finding the equation, table of values, graph, and key features of a linear function expressed verbally. Individuals then work through several more problems given different representations.
Curated OER
IB Math SL 1 - Transformations and Combinations Worksheet
Study transformations and combinations with your advanced math class. They solve four graphing problems by graphing the transformations of a parent graph. They determine the equations to represent the given transformations of a parent...
EngageNY
Obstacles Resolved—A Surprising Result
The greater the degree, the more solutions to find! Individuals find the real solutions from a graph and use the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra to find the remaining factors.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Polynomial Division
Multiply the ways your scholars can find the quotient with polynomial division. A lesson plan introduces polynomial division via long division, synthetic division, generic area model, and using the definition of division. Learners...
Willow Tree
Fibonacci and Other Sequences
Fibonacci is an interesting sequence that forms some unique patterns. Learners explore sequences that do not have the typical arithmetic and geometric patterns. They identify the pattern and find the next consecutive terms....
Curated OER
Introduction To Functions
Pupils define a functions and solve problems using functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students differentiate functions from non-functions. They differentiate between polynomials of higher degrees.
Mathalicious
Domino Effect
Carryout the lesson to determine the cost of pizza toppings from a Domino's Pizza® website while creating a linear model. Learners look through real data—and even create their own pizza—to determine the cost of each topping. They...
Curated OER
Discriminant Testing
The class works to identify solutions using the discriminant.They use part of the quadratic formula to find the number of solutions a quadratic equation will have. They calculate how-many times the quadratic function will cut the x-axis....
Curated OER
Maximum, Minimum, Increasing, Decreasing
Learners practice with the StudyCard set on assessing real-world contexts dealing with the concepts of maximum, minimum, increasing and decreasing. They view a variety of quadratic functions and equations with their TI-83 Plus calculators.