Explore a special pattern in factoring quadratics. The video instructor shows many examples of factoring binomials that are the difference of squares. The examples vary from single to multiple variables and multiple coefficients.

Concepts

factoring quadratics, factoring polynomials, factoring

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have each pupil write five examples of the difference of two squares
• Keep a list of perfect squares visible to reinforce these common numbers

Classroom Considerations

• Assumes a basic understanding of factoring quadratic expressions

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Shows an example of the sum of two squares that is not factorable
• Progresses to more involved examples to allow for differentiation

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSA-SSE.A.2