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Iterating the Function and Complex Numbers

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students identify the end behavior of polynomial graphs. In this algebra lesson, students factor and solve quadratic and complex equations. They factor out negative roots and identify the real and imaginary parts of an equation.
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Know the System

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Pupils identify the different systems of equations. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve systems of equations using graphing, elimination and substitution. They use the Ti to graph their systems.
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Iterating Linear Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use a spreadsheet to investigate data. In this algebra lesson plan, students collect and graph data on a coordinate plane. They explain properties of a linear equation both algebraically and orally.
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Curated OER

An Introduction to the Natural Logarithm (ln)

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the dose response principle, an introduction to what the "natural log" (ln) is and how it behaves. They create and analyze a dose response graph.
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A Study of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students factor and solve quadratic equations. For this algebra lesson, students play a game as the collect and graph data. they identify properties of their parabola and make predictions.
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Point-Slope Form

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the point-slope form of linear equations and graph lines in the point-slope form. After completing the point-slope equation, they identify the slope of a line through a particular point. Students explain the...
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Education for Global Peace

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners survey the class and graph the results. In this graphing and data collection lesson, students conduct a survey to see where their shirts were produced. Individuals use software to graph the results and create a written...
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Finding Slope of a Line

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students calculate the slope of a line. In this algebra lesson, students graph a line using the slope and y-intercepts. They define the steepness of the line using the slope.
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Holly Leaves

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders analyze mathematics by participating in a botany activity. For this holly lesson, 6th graders identify if all holly leaves have the same amount of prickles by conducting a math survey. Students analyze many leaves and...
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One, Two, Three...and They're Off

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students make origami frogs to race. After the race they measure the distance raced, collect the data, enter it into a chart. They then find the mean, median, and mode of the data. Next, students enter this data into Excel at which time...
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Introduction to Scatter Plots and Correlation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine the concept of scatter plots. They compare baseball statistics to locate the ones that correlate with winning, and identify the positive, negative, and no correlation in sets of data using MS Excel.
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Mathematics Assessment Project

Representing Functions of Everyday Situations

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Functions help make the world make more sense. Individuals model real-world situations with functions. They match a variety of contexts to different function types to finish a helpful resource.
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Moving Straight Ahead

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students analyze the relationship between speed, time and distance. In this math instructional activity, students plan a school trip. Students determine the efficiency and cost effectiveness of a trip.
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Is Organic Food Worth the Extra Cost?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students calculate the amount of pesticide residue in selected foods for two pesticides and determine if these levels are safe. They read an article about a research study looking for metabolites of these pesticides in children. Finally,...
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Determining Center of Gravity

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students complete calculations involving the structure and properties of matter. They engage in a variety of problem solving activities to help them determine the center of gravity.
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Determining Center of Gravity

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students complete calculus calculations involving the structure and properties of matter and determining the center of gravity.
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Patterns Here, There, and Everywhere!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders access the Microsoft Word program and create patterns by utilizing certain keys on the keyboard. They create picket fences, smiley faces, and hearts. It seems that this lesson has as much to do with keyboarding skills as it...
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Planning My Vacation Online

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students use a variety of resources to decide on a vacation destination. They locate three points of interest, a hotel, and two restaurants at their destination.Students obtain driving directions for their trip, create a trip budget, and...
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Determining the Age of Fossils

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the concept of radioactive dating. For this radioactive dating lesson, students investigate how to determine the ages of fossils and rocks as they learn about half-life radioactive decay.
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Paint My Counties: Map Coloring the Counties of Arizona

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders identify the counties of Arizona. In this social studies lesson, 4th graders color a county map of Arizona using the fewest number of colors possible. Students write a persuasive paragraph.
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Skyscraper Capers

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Pupils discuss skyscrapers and listen as the teacher introduces the project. They use the Internet to perform research on one skyscraper. Students use information they gather to create a brochure of their building . They create an Excel...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Illustrative Mathematics: S cp.b.9: Random Walk Iii

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The task provides a context of "random walking" to calculate discrete probabilities and represent them on a bar graph. Aligns with S-CP.B.9.