Simplify the complex with a thorough video lesson. Individuals view a lesson on complex numbers and then use a provided set of practice problems to show what they've learned. The lesson includes instruction on using the four basic operations with complex numbers as well as solving quadratic equations that result in complex solutions.

Concepts

complex numbers, solving quadratics, imaginary numbers

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Instructional Ideas

• Incorporate the video into an online program such as EdPuzzle to have students enter practice answers 
• Require pupils to complete the provided note-taking guide while viewing the lesson

Classroom Considerations

• Second installment in a four-part lesson series on complex numbers

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Introduces the concept with a real-life connection to fractals
• Uses color to highlight different steps within the same problem

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.11-12.7 SL.11-12.2 HSN-CN.A.1 HSN-CN.A.2 HSN-CN.C.8 HSA-REI.B.4.a HSA-REI.B.4.b