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Leap Into Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Studens identify the properties of exponents. In this algebra instructional activity, students grapha nd solve equaitons of exponential functions. They add, subtract, multiply and divide using exponents.
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Composition of Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve problems using the composition of functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students analyze the graph of a quadratic equation for its vertex and intercepts. they find the inverse of the function using addition,...
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Piecewise Modeling with Multiple Functions: Federal Debt

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students analyze data on debt and write an equation. In this statistics instructional activity, students are given data from different time periods, and are asked to graph and analyze the data. They work in groups, and are assigned...
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Curated OER

Quadratic Modeling Of Canada's Baby Boom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students model quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students are given data to graph using a function. They investigate vertex and transformation of quadratic functions.  
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Modeling With Quadratics

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students investigate quadratics through word problems. In this algebra lesson plan, students models the number of registered males in apprenticeship programs. They investigate the transformation of quadratic function on a coordinate plane.
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Exploring Quadratic Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve quadratic equations using graphs. In this algebra lesson plan, students factor quadratic equations and graph their answer. They discuss the shape of their graph based on the function.
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Beginning Modeling for Linear and Quadratic Data

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars create models to represent both linear and quadratic equations.  For this algebra lesson, students collect data from the real world and analyze it. They graph and differentiate between the two types.
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Leap Into Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use properties of exponents to solve equations. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide exponential functions. They graph and differentiate between exponential growth and decay.
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Reading Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Working independently or in teams, your class practices connecting graphs, formulas and words. This activity includes a guided discussion about distance vs. time graphs and looking at how velocity changes over time.  
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Curated OER

Strike a Pose: Modeling in the Real World (There's Nothing to It!)

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Adjust this lesson to fit either beginning or more advanced learners. Build a scatter plot, determine appropriate model (linear, quadratic, exponential), and then extend to evaluate the model with residuals. This problem uses real-world...
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Don't Let Parabolas Throw You

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify relation, function, patterns and range. In this algebra lesson, students factor and graph quadratic equations. They use transformation to move the parabola around and make predictions.
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Exponential and Exponents Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using exponential properties. For this algebra lesson, students differentiate between exponents, exponential and log functions. They graph their functions using table and exponents.
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Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials and other quadratic functions. In this algebra activity, students solve trinomials containing negative and positive coefficients. They factor quadratics of difference squares as well as regular polynomials.
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"A Slice of the Cone"

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Here is a set of lessons that explore conics in a number of different ways. Starting with modeling how a conic is produced by the way a plane cuts the cone, to solving complex word problems, algebra learners progress through a series of...
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Application of Parabolas

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students relate the parabola to real life applications. They identify the maximum and minimum of the parabola.
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Writing in the Math Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students determine the vertex, y-intercept and direction of a parabola and write an explanation of how to graph a parabola. They collect and graph data using a calculator.
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Conjectures and Conclusions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners draw conclusions and make conjectures given a specific scenario. In this geometry lesson plan, students model real life scenarios using properties of triangles. They model number facts and explain why the outcome is what it is.
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Will Exams Be Cancelled?

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
If the flu outbreak continues, exams will have to be canceled. Investigate the properties of exponential and logarithmic functions. In this algebra lesson, students use the TI to examine and differentiate between exponential growth and...
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Exploring Arrangements of 2, 3, 4, and 5 Cubes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners use problem solving skills to create various models of tricubes, tetracubes, and pentacubes. They classify the cubes into various groupings and identify them as mirror images, regular arrangements, and irregular arrangements....
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Exploring Arrangements of 2, 3, 4, and 5 Cubes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students construct models of various tricubes, tetracubes, and pentacubes that are possible, classify n-cubes into different groupings, and draw these figures on isometric dot paper giving true perspective to what they visualize.
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Exploring Solving Equations

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Put out by Texas Instruments, this activity involves learners in an activity focused on adding polynomials, solving equations, factoring trinomials, and expanding binomials. A TI-89 calculator is needed to complete this activity.
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Assessment
Georgia Department of Education

Analytic Geometry Study Guide

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Are you looking for a comprehensive review that addresses the Common Core standards for geometry? This is it! Instruction and practice problems built specifically for standards are included. The material includes geometry topics from...
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Lesson Plan
Kenan Fellows

Density

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Most scholars associate density with floating, but how do scientists determine the exact density of an unknown liquid? The third activity in a seven-part series challenges scholars to find the mass and volume of two unknown liquids. Each...
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Worksheet
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Solving Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Use this worksheet for practice or review solving linear equations in one variable. Problems range from multiple-step problems involving parentheses and combining like terms, to word problems, to equations with no solution or infinitely...