Algebra Lesson Plans

What is true? High schoolers will construct and test computer chips to determine the function of each, and discuss real life applications of the Boolean Algebraic concept. Included are discussion questions, gender equity considerations, web links, a clear procedure, and all necessary worksheets. The format is a slide show.

Help learners translate word problems into algebraic equations. They will rewrite word using symbols and evaluate algebraic expressions using real life scenarios, animation sequences, video presentations, and activities to help young scholars engage in learning. Activity pages are included.

Begin your next algebra unit with this introductory instructional activity on variables and algebraic expressions. This plan requires a SMART board and includes a SMART notebook file. The file contains a guiding question and two learning activities. 

Examine algebraic expressions by using this number patterns and algebraic expressions Cyberchase activity. Learners will watch Cyberchase episode segments and then practice recording number patterns in 2-column tables to write simple algebraic expressions. Note: Links are included.

Why are patterns important in Algebra?  High schoolers will investigate area patterns, perimeter patterns, a pattern using the constant function of the calculator, the relationship between multiplication with repeated factors,  the use of exponents, patterns in division, and patterns with percents.  This lesson provides ample opportunity for conjecture and verification and is a complilation of seven available lessons . 

Introduce learners to the concept of Boolean Algebra. In groups, they are given real life situations in statements and make conclusions. They will use the statements to form compound statements. To end the lesson, they use the compound statements to develop their own truth statements.

Solve inverse functions through graphing and algebra. High schoolers will graph inverse functions and use the correct notation to write the equation. They observe a graph and write an equation for the function. In the end, they will be able to generate an algebraic representation of the inverse of a simple function.

Explore variables and variable expressions. Learners select pictures from a newspaper or magazine to describe and algebraic expression. They then write the word sentence under the picture and then translate the words to an algebraic expression. In groups, learners match expressions using symbols. They play an "I Have, Who Has" game and use a mystery box to explore functions.

Middle schoolers will read word problems, create questions, and come up with solutions. They are taught to use previous knowledge combined with current content to solve problems logically and algebraically.

High schoolers explore 5 classical problems of algebra.  They will solve problems involving Heron's formula, fractional equations, vector equations, apollonius' sphere, and transversals. The idea is to lead to new perceptions and visual thinking.