Students define the different methods used for optimizing a particular element of a problem. In this optimization problem lesson, students optimize appropriate details of a problem using data collection, algebra, technology, and/or...

Ninth graders investigate systems of linear equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders determine which method is the best for solving a systems:  graphing, substitution, or elimination.  Students choose...

Ninth graders investigate the order of operations.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore the rules of arithmetic and algebra as they review and practice simplifying increasingly complex numeric expressions using the order...

Students work with Ellipses in Algebra II. In this algebra lesson, students solve an equation with a radical expression. They graph ellipses and write an equation for them.

Students are being evaluated on their math skills. In this algebra lesson, students review basic math skills and are being reviewed for leaning skills that may enhance or inhibit their learning skills. They are scored based on a special...

Students explore the different properties of conics. In this algebra lesson, students calculate the midpoint of a line, the distances between two points as they get ready to find the focus and directrix in eclipse and other conics. They...

In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders graph parabolas using the vertex and axis of symmetry. They apply parabolas to word problems as it applies to paths taken. There are 4 problems with an answer key.

For this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, young scholars use substitution to evaluate algebraic expression, including absolute values, factorials, and exponents.    The two page worksheet contains eighteen multiple...

Students collect and analyze data using  percent difference. In this algebra lesson, students relate the concepts of algebra to cardiac physiology.

Students solve problems by identifying exponential growth and decay and differentiating between patterns, relation and functions. In this algebra lesson, students apply concepts of exponential growth to solve problems.

Learners investigate slopes as they study topographic maps. In this algebra lesson, students discuss and apply the concept of slopes to graphing and analyzing data.

Students solve equations by writing expressions. In this algebra lesson, students identify the different values for each variable. They use the navigator to see how to solve equations.

Learners perform factoring on the TI. In this algebra lesson, students factor equations using the FOIL method. They use the TI navigator to show each step using a visual.

Students solve systems of equations. In this algebra activity, students use matrices to solve linear equations. They use reduced row echelon-form and scalar multiplier to simplify the matrices completely.

Students practice writing number sentences. After reading real world problems, they describe the same situation by writing a number sentence. Students use algebra tiles, or counters, to demonstrate the use zero pairs in solving...

Teach how to explore exponential equations.  In this Algebra II lesson, students investigate the graph that occurs as a hot liquid cools.  Students model the data algebraically.

Learners explore scatter plots in this algebra lesson. They create a scatter plot from their guesses regarding a famous person’s birth date and the actual birth date then they examine and interpret the results of their graph.

In this Algebra II lesson plan, students explore the connection between the factored form of a quadratics and the zero of a function. Students use a graphing calculator to verify factoring numerically and graphically.

Pupils explore quadratic functions in this algebra lesson. They investigate transformation of quadratic functions using the TI calculator. They use the vertex form for this lesson.

Students examine complex numbers. In this Algebra II lesson, students investigate two programs that involve complex numbers: the MANDELER Program and SYNDIV program.

Learners complete the square and identify different parts of a quadratic equation. In this algebra lesson plan, pupils graph conics using the TI calculator. They rewrite equations by completing the square.

For this graphing solutions worksheet, 9th graders solve 13 various types of problems. First, they find the solution of each systems by graphing on the coordinate plane provided. Then, students solve each systems of equations...

Learners solve literal equations.  In this Algebra I/Algebra II instructional activity, learners view a PowerPoint presentation about solving literal equations.  Learners have the opportunity to complete an interactive...

Have your learners investigate parabolas. In this Algebra II lesson plan, young scholars explore the basic definition of a parabola by using Cabri Jr. to create a parabola given the focus and directrix.  Students interpret the...