Student Achievement Partners
Illustrative Mathematics: Equations of Lines [Pdf]
In this lesson, students are to interpret graphs with equations of lines.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Slopes and Equations of Lines
Explanation of linear equations and four types of slopes: positive, negative, zero, and undefined. Practice problems for the students are provided and a reinforcement activity using a graphing calculator is offered for the teacher's use.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Determining the Equation of a Line
Write the equations of lines in point-slope form and in slope-intercept form and graph linear equations.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 8.ee Equations of Lines
In this task, 8th graders are presented with two intersecting line graphs and their linear equations. No values are shown on the axes. They are asked to interpret the constants in the equations in terms of their graphs, and make some...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Graphing Equations on the Cartesian Plane: Slope
The lesson plan teaches students about an important characteristic of lines: their slopes. Slope can be determined either in graphical or algebraic form. Slope can also be described as positive, negative, zero or undefined. Students get...
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Equations of Lines
This tutorial covers x & y intercepts, point-slope form, slope-intercept form, graphing, and more. Use the practice problems at the end to check your skills.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Equations of a Line (Slope and Intercept Form)
The interactive resource investigates slope and intercept. Students adjust the sliders to control the slope (m) and the intercept (b) of the line. The equation and the line will change accordingly. Learners can also drag the origin.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Cabri Jr. The Equation of a L Ine
This activity uses Cabri Jr. to graph a line and show the equation of the line. The equations for oblique, horizontal and vertical lines are explored with emphasis on slope and y-intercept.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Equations of Parallel Lines
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers finding the equation of a line that is parallel to a given line.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Determining the Equation of a Line
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students write the equations of lines in point-slope form and in slope-intercept form and graph linear equations. Students examine guided notes,...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Graphing Linear Equations
Twenty-one problems present a variety of practice graphing linear equations. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View Solution" button to...
Other
Git: What Is the Slope Intercept Form of a Line?
Not only does this site show what the slope-intercept form is, but it helps you find the slope and the intercept of a line. There is also additional information on parallel lines, parametric form, and the distance between two points.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra: Graphing Linear Equations
A simple tutorial that will show you how to graph linear equations and functions after finding the x- and y-intercepts. Provides definitions, steps for sketching a graph, and several examples of linear equations and their graphs....
Integrated Publishing
Integrated Publishing: Equation of a Straight Line
This math tutorial shows the relationship of a slope to a straight line and how to write equations in point-slope or slope-intercept form.
Math.com
Math.com: Graphing Equations and Inequalities: Slope and Y Intercept
The tutorial explores the slope and y-intercept of a linear equation. Notes, examples, and practice problems are included in the resource.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Algebra: Solve Systems of Equations Straight Line Graphs
Students learn about the concept of systems of equations by exploring a tutorial. They can then test their knowledge by taking a ten question assessment that increases in difficulty as they correctly answer questions.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra
This site is a tutorial for students in algebra 2 or for those who need a refresher. The site has explanations, definitions, examples, practice problems and practice tests are found covering topics such as linear equations, graphing,...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Lines and Slope: Chameleon Graphing
Join Joan the chameleon in an exploration of lines and slope. You'll be drawing lines, calculating slope, using equations and more!
PBS
Pbs: Manipulating Graphs
Watch how a graph is altered when key elements of the equation change. This lesson focuses on how to manipulate the equation of a line in slope intercept form to match the graphs provided deepening the understanding of both the slope and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Lines in the Coordinate Plane Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide highlights the main terms and formulas needed to review lines in the coordinate plane. Examples are included.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: An Exploration of Direct Variation and Linear Regression
Students will use this activity for the following Algebra concepts: Review of Direct Variation; Properties of direct variations; Finding the constant of variations from data sets; Find missing values in data sets both numerically and...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Graphing Overview: Straight Lines
This resource provides an overview of graphing for various types of functions, instruction on graphing straight lines and also, includes advice on common mistakes made by students.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Linear Regression of Bmd Scanners
Students complete an exercise showing logarithmic relationships and examine how to find the linear regression of data that does not seem linear upon initial examination. They relate number of BMD scanners to time.