Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Simplifying Expressions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students simplify expressions by combining like terms. In this algebra activity, students rewrite addition and subtraction equations using the correct terminology. They use Algeblocks to model and solve these expressions. They simplify...
Handout
Cabrillo College

Elementary Algebra

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Hello Algebra! If you're in need of a resource with a books worth of examples and practice problems, this is it. Some topics include linear equations, polynomials and exponents, rational expressions, quadratic equations, and a...
Workbook
1
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Utah Education Network (UEN)

Ch 3: Expressions & Equations I

For Students 7th Standards
Express your love of equations! Pupils first learn to write and simplify numerical and algebraic expressions. Then, create and solve two-step equations. The progression is a great way to introduce the concept slowly.
Assessment
Los Angeles County Office of Education

California State Standards: Algebra I

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
Starting a year of Algebra I? This mighty packet practices all of the major topics with different ranges of difficulty. Standards include everything from linear to quadratic to rational expressions. Use it in a...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Rational Expressions: Simplifying

For Teachers 8th - 10th
This two-day lesson plan will help the class simplifying rational expressions. It also has an emphasis on understanding when a rational expression is undefined. The lesson plan contains powerpoint presentations, worksheets, and answer key.
Worksheet
Math Mammoth

Add and Subtract Rational Expressions With Unlike Denominators

For Students 6th - 8th
The class solves 19 problems involving rational expressions. They find the least common denominator of fractions, make fractions equivalent and then add or subtract fractions containing rational expressions.
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Generating Equivalent Expressions II

For Teachers 7th Standards
Discover how to apply the commutative and associative properties to generate equivalent expressions. The second instructional activity in the 28-part module asks pupils to rearrange an expression by grouping like terms. From there, they...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Substitute into Simple Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners simplify simple equations. Using a maze game, young mathematicians speculate about the size of different algebraic values and what other equivalent expressions might look like. It is a nice beginning activity for introducing...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Order of Operations with Variable Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore grouping symbols to mathematical equations to discover the importance of the "order of operations." Learners compare the absence of commas in connected text to the absence of grouping symbols in mathematical...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Algebraic Equations: Algebra/Geometry Institute

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students solve problems using PEMDAS. In this algebraic equations lesson, students evaluate expressions using real number properties. They play "Math Jeopardy" to reinforce the order of operations.
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Using the Identity and Inverse to Write Equivalent Expressions

For Teachers 7th Standards
The fifth installment in the series of 28 lessons helps math scholars explore the result of adding opposite numbers and multiplying reciprocals. Through this exploration, they develop a working definition of identity and inverse properties.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
In this worksheet, learners identify the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. They solve polynomial functions and simplify expressions and equations. 
Lesson Plan
2
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Fractional Exponents

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Wow! Here is a handout packed full of tips and worked-out solutions to supplement instruction on fractional exponents. The lesson introduces and thoroughly explains the Algebra II concept, and closes with a...
Worksheet
Raytheon

Simplifying and Combining Algebraic Expressions

For Students 8th - 9th
In this simplifying and combining algebraic expressions worksheet, students solve 100 problems that simplify monomials, radicals and rational expressions, solve 38 problems combining expression, then solve 40 questions in a test of...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Does Order Really Matter?

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Investigate the order of operations! Learners participate in interactive multi-media activities to examine and solve multi-step equations, inequalities. They evaluate formulas and simplify monomials and polynomials.
Lesson Plan
Kent State University

How Does that Work?

For Teachers 6th - 7th Standards
Sixth and seventh graders explore algebra word problems. They work with a partner to solve word problems distributed by e-mail. Learners simplify mathematical expressions following a "think aloud" algebra strategy modeled by the teacher....
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Equations, Expressions, Factorization

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students graph and solve equations and expressions. In this algebra instructional activity, students use simple factorization to simplify expressions. They review for an exam by doing basic algebra.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Translating Between Verbal and Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students translate between verbal and algebraic expressions. After folding paper into four sections (multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction), students list code words under the appropriate section title. Next, they...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Number Lines, Variables, Solving for One Variable

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Review basic algebraic rules of addition of integers. Then have the class define a variable and explore methods of solving equations with one variable. They observe solving expressions using inverse operations and simplifying solutions....
Handout
McGraw Hill

Adding and Subtracting Radicals

For Students 7th - 10th Standards
Help remove some of the confusion surrounding the addition and subtraction of radical numbers with this set skills practice problems. Taken straight from the pages of a math text book, this resource provides learners with...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Pupils simplify equations and expressions. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide as they solve expressions. They relate factoring to solving polynomials.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Operations with Radical Expressions

For Students 7th - 10th Standards
Learners add, subtract, and multiply radical expressions. The worksheet includes like and unlike radicands. Use as a study guide during a lesson or for skills practice.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Famous Public Properties

For Teachers 6th - 8th
What can a middle schooler do in 90 minutes? He can practice using the commutative, associative and distributive properties of addition and multiplication. He can also simplify expressions using the commutative, associative and...
Lesson Plan
Jordan School District

Picture Frames and Algebra

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Middle schoolers create a method for finding the area of a fame for a picture and then transfer their shared methods into algebraic expressions. They develop the algebraic language to communicate and solve problems effectively and...