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Investing
Young scholars collect data on investments and draw conclusions. In this algebra lesson, students analyze exponential graphs as they relate to money. They discuss the cause of an account balance being high or low.
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Linear and Quadratic Approximations
Students explore a linear, a parabolic, and a log function. In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus lesson students investigate the graph a line, a parabola, and a log function. Students examine the three graphs as they compare and...
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Linear Inequalities
Ninth graders graph linear inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders examine the graph of a linear inequality and in a game format, test coordinates to determine the region of the graph that satisfies the inequality.
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Whose Line is it Anyway?
Students solve systems of equations. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify the domain and range of each function. They use the slope and y-intercept to graph each line.
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Spreadsheet Function Machine
Students create a spreadsheet to analyze functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students use spreadsheets to find the intersection of systems of equations. They identify the dependent and independent function as it relates to...
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Hit Me If You Can!
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Iterating the Function and Complex Numbers
Students identify the end behavior of polynomial graphs. In this algebra lesson, students factor and solve quadratic and complex equations. They factor out negative roots and identify the real and imaginary parts of an equation.
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Linking Real World Data to the Classroom
Students analyze data representing real life scenarios.In this algebra lesson, students collect, plot and analyze data using a graph. They use different methods to represent and present their data.
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Matrix Operations
Students solve problems using matrices. In this algebra lesson plan, students add, subtract and multiply matrices. They use the graphing calculator to simplify and graph linear equations.
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How Much Is Too Much?
Students examine population growth and collect data. In this statistics lesson, students create a scatter plot to represent the different species found in the water and are being harvested. They graph their data and draw conclusion from it.
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La Toteca- A Tropical Paradise
Students collect data on the time of the ferry. In this algebra lesson plan, students use the data to predict a ferry schedule. They also compute the depth where oxygen would be needed when diving.
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An Introduction to Functions
Students investigate the growth and decay of an exponential function. In this algebra lesson, students apply properties of exponent solve problems. They identify any patterns they see in the graphs.
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Writing Linear Equations in Slope-Intercept Form
In this math worksheet, students are given three lines graphed on a coordinate grid. Students identify the slope, intercepts, and write an equation for each. Students find the intercepts of a linear equation, and graph them. They write...
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Linear Sequences and Terms
Young scholars identify the nth rule for each sequence. In this algebra lesson, students finish the pattern or sequence and find the missing term. They relate patterns and sequences to the real world.
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How Do They Relate? Linear Relationship
Students collect information and use a line to represent it. In this algebra lesson, students investigate real world data to see if it makes a line. They graph the line comparing the relationship of the x axis with that of the...
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An Introdcution to Derive
Twelfth graders explore Derive. In this Calculus lesson, 12th graders investigate the menus and tools available in Derive. In addition to the familiarization part of the lesson, students investigate Pascal’s Triangle,...
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Families of Functions
Students investigate families of functions. In this families of functions lesson, students discuss how changing a functions parameters affect its' graph. Students vary slope and y-intercepts of linear functions. ...
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The Fat and the Lean
Students collect data on calorie intake. In this algebra lesson, students use the collection of data to make better eating decisions. They investigate the nutritional value in food using a graph and draw conclusion from their findings.
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Entrance Ticket
Students collect data on different events and word problems. In this algebra lesson, students use a table to organize their data. They graph their coordinate pairs on a coordinate plane and make predictions.
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Building a Rover
Students investigate properties of lines and points by making a rover. For this algebra lesson, students plot points correctly on a coordinate plane. They identify coordinate pairs given the plots and lines.
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Constructing and Solving Linear Equations
Students construct and solve linear equations. For this algebra lesson, students solve equations and graph lines using the slope. They identify the different parts of an equation including the leading coefficient.
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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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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time
Students investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is produced when...
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Graphing To Solve Systems of Equations
Students explore graping linear equations and their relevance to real life situations. After a teacher led demonstration, students work at their desks and on the board to plot points and determine the slope of a line. Students then...