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Lesson Plan
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Review Graphing Parabolas & Circles

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students review how to graph parabolas. They practice graphing two different parabolas using the vertex and table method. They solve problems related to graphing circles, determining the radius and the center.
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Graphing Parabolas and Circles

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students graph parabolas and circles. In this algebra lesson, students create a table of values and graph the coordinate pairs to create a graph. They graph a circle using the radius and center.
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Worksheet
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Graphs

For Students 9th - 11th
In this graphs worksheet, learners solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they determine the range of the function of the graph shown and write in interval notation. Then, students find the domain of the function in the...
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Lesson Plan
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Conics Introduction and Parabolas

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
Where did conic sections get their name? The equation and graph of a parabola are developed from the definition of the conic section. Teacher examples on graphing the equation and writing an equation from the graph round out the plan.
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Activity
Point Pleasant Beach School District

Parabola Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Class members select a picture that contains a parabola and construct a drawing of it using function graphs in the quadratic project. Individuals restrict the domains of the functions to create a more accurate drawing. They then submit a...
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Lesson Plan
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Circles

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students graph circles. In this graphing instructional activity students write equations for circles. Students solve equations for circles and graph the results.
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Worksheet
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Circles and Parabolas

For Students 9th - 12th
In this circles and parabolas, high schoolers write and graph equations for 14 problems. Students locate the center and radius for 8 circles. High schoolers write equations for 4 parabolas.
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Graphing at all Levels: It's a Beautiful Thing!

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Mixing math and art is done in this lesson by applying graphing knowledge to create a unique piece of art. This lesson varies acording to the graphing knowledge of the artist. First, learners identify and review various types of graphing...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Circles and Parabolas

For Students 6th - 11th
In this circles and parabolas worksheet, students follow directions to draw parabolas. They fold paper to represent a parabola. Students also use straight lines to create a circle. This one page worksheet contains three multi-step...
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EngageNY

Systems of Equations

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
What do you get when you cross a circle and a line? One, two, or maybe no solutions! Teach learners to find solutions of quadratic and linear systems. Connect the visual representation of the graph to the abstract algebraic methods. 
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Conics

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students explore conics using four different graphs. In this calculus lesson plan, students analyze parabola, hyperbolas, circles and ellipses. They find the directrix and discuss how they relate to each type of graph.
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Interactive
Shodor Education Foundation

Conic Flyer

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Graphing conics made easy. Individuals use an interactive to graph conic sections. The app can handle circles, vertical and horizontal parabolas, ellipses, and vertical and horizontal hyperbolas.
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Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Nonlinear Systems of Equations

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Explore nonlinear systems through graphs and algebra. High schoolers begin by examining the different types of quadratic functions and their possible intersections. They then use algebraic methods to solve systems containing various...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphs and Equations of Conic Sections Practice Test

For Students 10th - 12th
In this conic section worksheet, learners complete a thirty-one question practice test containing matching and problem solving conic equation and conic graph problems.  The solutions are provided.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Chapter 11 - Objective 6.1 Parabola

For Students 11th - 12th
In this parabolic exercise, students find the vertex and axis of symmetry of parabolas, hyperbolas, and ellipses. They sketch the graph. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Worksheet
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Drawing Three Parabolas from Lines and Circles

For Students 9th - 10th
In this parabola worksheet, students draw three parabolas by connecting points.  The points are formed at the intersection of circles and lines. 
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Parabola - Equations and Graphs

For Students 9th - 10th
In this parabola worksheet, students match graphs of parabolas to the correct equation. This one-page worksheet contains ten matching problems.
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Worksheet
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Parabolas

For Students 10th
In this parabolas activity, 10th graders solve and graph 10 different problems that include various types of parabolas. First, they determine the vertex and the y-intercept for each problem given the information. Then, students write the...
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Parabolas

For Students 10th
In this parabolas worksheet, 10th graders solve and draw 10 different problems with figures related to various parabolas. First, they determine the vertex, focus, and the directrix in each equation. Then, students draw the parabola on a...
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Parabola

For Students 10th - 12th
In this parabola worksheet, learners write the equation for a parabola using a specified focus, directrix or vertex. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Parabolas

For Students 10th
In this parabolas worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include determining various types of parabolas. First, they isolate the x squared term from the rest of the equation. Then, students determine whether the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphing Linear, Circular, and Parabolic Inequalities

For Students 10th - 12th
In this graphing activity, students are given nine inequalities and then must graph five of their intersections.  A grid and cartoon hint are provided.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra 2 Test

For Students 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve problems involving functions, systems and conics. They simplify radicals and graph parabolas identifying the focus and ellipse. There are 20 questions.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Conic Sections

For Students 11th - 12th
In this conic sections worksheet, students solve and complete 8 different problems identifying various types of conic sections. First, they write each equation given in standard form. Then, students determine whether the graph of each of...