Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Lines That Don't "Fit"

For Teachers 7th - 9th
How can you graph lines that don't seem to fit on the given graph? What makes a line straight? What does the rate of change mean when graphing a line? How do you know if a slope is positive or negative? How do you know if the graph of a...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Order of Things on a Coordinate Grid

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are able to identify ordered pairs on coordinate plane, and graph points on a coordinate plane. They are able to write an ordered pair for each of the points on a graph, and create a design or picture using ordered pairs.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Slope

For Students 8th - 12th
In this slope learning exercise, students determine slope for 6 pairs of points. Students then complete 6 problems to determine a missing coordinate given the slope.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Slopes of Lines

For Students 10th
In this slopes of lines worksheet, 10th graders solve 9 problems that include finding the slope of various lines. First, they find the slope of the line passing through the given points for the first 6 problems. Then, students find the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Which Graphs are Functions?

For Students 9th - 10th
In this graphing instructional activity, students use the vertical line test to determine if graphs are functions. This two-page instructional activity contains 8 problems.
Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th
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,...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Ordered Pair (Month, Day)

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students will contribute points in the form of a significant date. (month, day). They will look for vertical and horizontal patterns. Study the list for similiarities and then discover the equation for vertical and horizontal lines.
Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra: Graphing Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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....
Graphic
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center, Syracuse University

Npac Reu Program: Slope

For Students 9th - 10th
This Northeast Parallel Architecture Program, Syracuse University site explains and illustrates by using the changes in the values of x and y you can determine the slope of a line.
Activity
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center, Syracuse University

Npac Reu Program: General Linear Equation

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site by the Northeast Parallel Architecture Center, Syracuse University, shows the different forms of linear equations for a line.
Handout
Other

Mathn stuff.com: Vertical Line Test

For Students 9th - 10th
Defines the vertical line test and provides a diagram showing graphs which pass and fail the test. Also provides several links for further information.
Unit Plan
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Finding the Slope When Given Two Points

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
When given two ordered pairs, find the slope of a line. Includes video.
Activity
Cool Math

Coolmath: Horizontal and Vertical Lines

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
A short tutorial explaining the linear equations of horizontal and vertical lines.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Horizontal and Vertical Line Graphs

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students learn how to graph horizontal and vertical linear equations. Students watch videos, review guided notes and attempt practice problems.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Horizontal and Vertical Line Graphs

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Write and graph lines of the form y = a constant value and x = a constant value.
Unit Plan
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Equation for Undefined Slope

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site gives the equation for a vertical line which passes through 8 on the x axis. The Dr. explains why the equation is what it is by giving a more general equation for a line than y = mx + b.
Handout
ArtLex

Art Lex: Line

For Students 9th - 10th
This online dictionary of art terms from Artlex is a valuable tool. Line is on the Li page. Just scroll down to Line and read a definition with links or look at a sample works of art by Rembrandt or Richard Long. There are quotes by...
Website
Other

Relationships: Dynamics

For Students 9th - 10th
The dynamics of shape in art and the relationship of shape with the other elements of art. The effects of angles and lines on perception.
Handout
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Horizontal Lines

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find a quick, concise explanation of equations of horizontal lines. An example is given and clearly explained for equations of both horizontal and vertical lines.
Unit Plan
Other

Math N Stuff: Vertical Lines

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site gives information regarding vertical lines. The site contains a graph and poses a question relating to the equation of the line on the graph. The correct answer may be clicked on with a short reason.
Unit Plan
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Equation of a Line Parallel to an Axis

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Dr. Math gives a short discussion on how to find the equation of a line parallel to an axis (, parallel or horizontal.)
Unit Plan
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: When Is a Slope 0 or Undefined?

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
At this site Dr. Math gives a discussion on the slopes of lines. The Dr. gives an analogy between the slope of a line and walking up and down hills. The Dr. explores the concept of undefined and zero slopes through his response to a...
Graphic
Curated OER

Mathn stuff.com: Vertical Line Test

For Students 9th - 10th
Defines the vertical line test and provides a diagram showing graphs which pass and fail the test. Also provides several links for further information.