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EngageNY

Exploring the Symmetry in Graphs of Quadratic Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Math is all about finding solutions and connections you didn't expect! Young mathematicians often first discover nonlinear patterns when graphing quadratic functions. The lesson plan begins with the vocabulary of a quadratic graph and...
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Chicago Teachers Union Quest Center

Factored Form of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The instructional activity introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both...
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Mathematics Assessment Project

Representing Quadratic Functions Graphically

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Sometimes being different is an advantage. An engaging activity has scholars match cards with quadratic functions in various forms. Along the way, they learn about how each form highlights key features of quadratic functions.
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Curated OER

Bouncing Ball : Function Families

For Teachers 6th - 12th
A bouncing ball serves as more than entertainment when learning to apply quadratic functions to real-world events. This is the second of a two-part lesson, which can also be accessed from the website. The instructions say to measure the...
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Comparing Linear and Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
If a linear function and a quadratic function enter a boxing match, which one would win? Learners first review how to find key features of linear and quadratic functions. Next, they compare key features of pairs of functions.
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EngageNY

Graphing Quadratic Functions from Factored Form

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
How do you graph a quadratic function efficiently? Explore graphing quadratic functions by writing in intercept form with a lesson that makes a strong connection to the symmetry of the graph and its key features before individuals write...
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K20 LEARN

Transformers Part 1 - Absolute Value and Quadratic Functions: Function Transformations

For Teachers 9th - 11th Standards
Transform your instruction with an exploratory instructional activity! Young scholars manipulate absolute values and quadratic functions to look for transformation patterns. They use the patterns to write general rules of transformations.
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EngageNY

Modeling with Quadratic Functions (part 2)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
How many points are needed to define a unique parabola? Individuals work with data to answer this question. Ultimately, they determine the quadratic model when given three points. The concept is applied to data from a dropped object,...
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EngageNY

Interpreting Quadratic Functions from Graphs and Tables

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Seeing functions in nature is a beautiful part of mathematics by analyzing the motion of a dolphin over time. Then take a look at the value of a stock and maximize the profit of a new toy. Explore the application of quadratics by...
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EngageNY

Graphs of Quadratic Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
How high is too high for a belly flop? Learners analyze data to model the world record belly flop using a quadratic equation. They create a graph and analyze the key features and apply them to the context of the video.
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Curated OER

Quadratic Formula

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
This worksheet is part of the TI-Nspire lesson on the quadratic formula. Pupils determine the solutions of a quadratic function by looking at a graph and the discriminant. They use the quadratic formula to solve quadratic functions on...
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Curated OER

Quadratic Formula

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Mathematicians determine the solutions of a quadratic function by looking at a graph. They use the quadratic formula to solve quadratic functions on their Ti-Nspire.
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Curated OER

Zeros of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Factor quadratic equations by teaching your students how to identify the zeros of the quadratic function. They use the TI to see where the graph will intercept the coordinate plane.
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Curated OER

Graphing Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this math worksheet, students write 8 equations of the axis of symmetry and find the coordinates of each quadratic function. Students graph 4 of the equations and state if the vertex is maximum or minimum.
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Curated OER

Graphs of Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
For this quadratic function worksheet, students solve and graph quadratic functions. Functions contain both positive and negative integers, fractions, and perfect squares. Graph paper is located below each equation. There are 36...
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Curated OER

Quadratic Functions and Stopping Distance

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students factor and graph quadratic functions. they use the properties of quadratics to calculate the distance.
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Curated OER

Exploring Quadratic Data with Transformation Graphing

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Using a data collection device to collect data regarding a bouncing ball, young scholars use various features on graphing calculators to experiment with the parameters of the vertex form of the parabola and their effect on the shape of...
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Curated OER

Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students graph exponential equations of the form y=Ma. They understand the effects of M, a, and k on the graph. They solve application problems using exponential functions.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Introduction to Linear Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Introduce your algebra learners to linear and quadratic functions. Learners compare the differences and relate them back to the equations and graphs. Lead your class to discussions on the properties of a function or a constant slope...
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Curated OER

Representation of Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use a table, graph or equation to represent a quadratic function. In this algebra instructional activity, students model and graph with quadratic function. They become comfortable representing quadratics using different methods.
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Curated OER

2D-Graphing Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Practice graphing basic equations. Algebra learners complete a table showing values of x and y. They graph the results on a coordinate grid. There are six problems: three equations are linear, and three are quadratic. The "show your...
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Matching Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Ever sigh when learners ask why they have to know so many different forms of the quadratic equation? Here is a lesson that comes in handy! Using hands-on matching activities, quadratic equations are explored through their graphical...
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EngageNY

Modeling with Quadratic Functions (part 1)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Relevance is key! The resource applies quadratic modeling by incorporating application of physics and business. Pupils work through scenarios of projectile motion and revenue/profit relationships. By using the key features of the graph,...
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Curated OER

Bouncing Ball

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
High schoolers collect height versus time data of a bouncing ball using the CBR 2™ data collection device. Using a quadratic equation they graph scatter plots, graph and interpret a quadratic function, apply the vertex form of a...

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