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Exploding Numbers
Students discuss how numbers increase when exponential growth is occurring. They view a video and compare exponential and linear growth with a graphing calculator.
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The Lady's Age
Students use a game to establish the context of solving problems in a systematic and mathematical fashion. They also solve various types of equations to find reasonable solutions.
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SkyHighScrapers
Students investigate quadratic functions. For this Algebra I/Algebra II lesson, students determine the equation of a quadratic function that closely matches a set of points. Students investigate the necessary information that...
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Statistical Accuracy and Reliability
Ninth graders assess the accuracy and reliability of current survey data and how it is represented. They design a survey, collect data, and use technology to analyze the data and present the results. Students examine scatter plots and...
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An Introdcution to Derive
Twelfth graders explore Derive. In this Calculus activity, 12th graders investigate the menus and tools available in Derive. In addition to the familiarization part of the activity, students investigate Pascal’s Triangle,...
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Using CAS and algebra tiles with Expanding and factoring trinomials
Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.
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Solving Systems by Substitution
Students solve systems of linear equations using substitution. They investigate the steps to solving linear equations by substitution and practice problems in small groups.
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Computing with Mathematical Formulas
Young scholars solve problems using formulas. In this algebra instructional activity, students evaluate numbers using substitution. They graph their answers using a TI and discuss the outcome.
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Describing Patterns
Fourth graders investigate repeating and growing patterns. Models, graphs and words are used to describe, extend and represent patterns. Students use evidence from models and graphs to support the identification of patterns.
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Ratio and Proportion: Write and Interpret
In this ratio and proportion worksheet, students explore example problems. Afterwards, they read story problems and use ratios and proportions to find the solution. This three-page worksheet contains six multi-step problems,
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Introduction to Linear Functions
Students are introduced to the concept of linear functions. Using new terminology, they describe linear functions in sentences and in data tables. Using the internet, they calculate and record answers to problems which are discussed...
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The football and Braking Distance; Model Data with Quadratic Functions
Students use the quadratic formula to solve application problems. The first problem relates to the path of a football thrown from the top of the bleachers. Students compute the time it will take the football to reach certain heights. In...
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Building a Rover
Learners investigate properties of lines and points by making a rover. In this algebra lesson, students plot points correctly on a coordinate plane. They identify coordinate pairs given the plots and lines.
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Identity and Equality Properties: Pages 37-43
In this math worksheet, students use a list of mathematical properties in order to justify their evaluations. Students name multiplicative inverses and properties illustrated in 13 numbers and statements.
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Phase Diagrams
In this phase diagram worksheet, students use a phase diagram to determine the critical point, phase boundaries, and phase transitions. This worksheet has 20 problems to solve.
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Writing a Function Rule
In this Algebra I/Algebra II learning exercise, students determine the equation that correctly represents the relationship between the x and y values provided. The one page learning exercise contains four multiple choice...
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Exponent Rules
Students engage in a lesson that is concerned with the rules of exponents. They practice solving problems that use exponents in a variety of contexts. Students are shown how to use the rules in numerical sequences and after translation...
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Complex Analysis: Graphical Representations
In this graphical representation worksheet, students draw an Argand diagram depicting complex numbers. They draw in vectors that represent complex numbers. This three-page worksheet contains approximately ten problems.
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Inequalities
Sixth graders explore the concept of inequalities and how to solve them in the realm of integers. The instructor would benefit from using a number line and reviewing integers before using this lesson.
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Exponents And Monomials
Students practice different skills of mathematics used when working with exponents. The lesson has examples that can be used during direct instruction. They complete an exercise on a worksheet before advancing to a new standard.
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Oat Seed Lab: A Model Scientific Experiment
Middle schoolers investigate seed germination. In this lesson on scientific prediction, students conduct a scientific experiment using oat seeds.
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Representing Relationships with Equations
Pupils explore Cuisenaire Rods. In this pre-algebra lesson, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Pupils construct examples of the Commutative Property using...
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Saving the Bald Eagle
Students plot on a coordinate plane. In this algebra lesson, students identify points on a coordinate plane and graph lines given coordinate pairs. They create a model as they study bald eagles and their growth and decay.
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Crossword Puzzle: Decimals Vocabulary
In this crossword puzzle: decimals vocabulary learning exercise, 6th graders fill in the puzzle using the clues and math vocabulary words.