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- 2nd
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Students are exposed to algebraic thinking by exploring the concept of a variable. They tell how many years have passed since they've seen a favorite teacher and then examine how they arrived at this number. They write equations. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are shown visual how an algebra equation is balanced by using a pan balance. They are shown a variety of overheads to help them explain the concept. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students develop algebraic equations to solve problems involving farm animals. They watch a video, use manipulatives to determine the number of birds and pigs on the farm, and create original problems for their classmates to solve. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students examine how to manipulate algebraic expressions to solve for variables. They watch a teacher demonstration using the Internet and practice solving equations using a website. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students explore algebraic expressions. They discuss the aspects of an algebraic expression and they review important definitions needed. Students practice working with variables and they discuss how to solve algebraic expressions that use variables. Students practice solving algebraic expressions. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th
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Students find the value of a variable by evaluating formulas and algebraic expressions for given values. They convert words to equations and then solve them. Students discuss the commonly used phrases with numbers and their algebraic translations. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 12th
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Students use algebra tiles to identify the binomial factors and the graphing calculator to verify the result. In addition, they will identify the x-intercepts and y-intercepts of each trinomial function and explore relationships between the trinomial x2 + bx + c and its factored form (x + m)(x + n). Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students explore the actions of the Lejos Robot. They apply algebraic variables to control the actions of the Robot. They examine the variables and equations necessary to have the robot do complex tasks. They use control loops to master a specific action. Full Review »
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- 5th - 6th
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Students analyze relating a model to an algebraic equation and visa versa. Patterns are reviewed in detail and then in pairs new models are created and then translated into a word problem or equation. They illustrate their models on graph paper. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 8th - 9th
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Students copy definitions of vocabulary terms and their meanings onto their notes. They complete a guided practice chart to practice changing a verbal expression into an algebraic expression (and vice versa). Students play "I have, who has" game. Full Review »
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