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Students use fundamental counting principle to compute combinations and permutations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners define Pascal's triangle and special notations used to represent nth elements. In this geometry lesson, students solve problems using permutations and combinations. They compare the formula for permutation to that of Pascal's...
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Identities and Trigonometric Values

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve trigonometric equations. In this precalculus lesson, students prove trigonometric identities using the Pythagorean Theorem. They apply the addition formulas for sine and cosine to prove different identities.
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Slope of a Function

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the concept of the slope of a line. They see how to determine the direction of the line. Also students are introduced to the slope intercept algebraic expression in conjunction with the rise/run.
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Juggling Slopes

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the slope of a line. For this algebra lesson, students label slopes as positive, negative, zero or undefined. They use the slope formula to find the slope algebraically and graphically.
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Discovering Pi

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students develop a formula that describes the functional relationship of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. Working with a partner, they measure the diameter and circumference of circular objects in order to discover the...
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Translations and Scale Changes

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Pupils perform translation and transformation of functions. In this algebra lesson plan, students write the formula for the different transformation and graph given translation. They compare the change to the parent function.
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Equations and Systems of Equations

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students practice using algebra to be applied to real world situational problems. The key concepts of translation of language to algebraic expressions is covered. They also look in depth at relationships between different quantities.
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Finding Patterns and Graphing Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pupils investigate patters for area and perimeter. In this Algebra I/Geometry lesson, students explore two different patterns as they write a formula for the nth term of each pattern. Pupils graph their results and determine if the...
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Quadratic Equations with Complex Coefficients

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students solve and graph quadratic equations. For this algebra lesson, students perform basic operation using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They compute the quadratic formula.
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Pythagorean Theorem

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders use formulas to solve Pythagorean Theorem problems. They explore the hypotenuse, adjacent angles and legs of a triangle. Given any two integers in a problem, 8th graders identify and complete Pythagorean triples.
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Linear Equations

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders write the equation of a line given a table, the slope and a point, or two points.  The three page activity contains eleven problems.  Answers are not provided. 
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Approximating Pi

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students approximate Pi using the lower and upper bound for the constant. In this algebra lesson, students work in groups of two to graph a circle and approximate Pi using the circumference. They repeat their estimation until they come...
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An Introduction to Counting

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students define the counting principle and how it relates to integers. In this algebra lesson, students add and subtract using the addition and multiplication principles. They solve problems using combination and permutations.
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Infinite Geometric Series

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders investigate infinite geometric series.  In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders explore partial sums of geometric series, converging and diverging series, and sums of infinite geometric series.   The...
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Kites

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young scholars build a kite while integrating math and science. For this kite building lesson, students construct a blueprint and apply mathematical formulas while constructing a kite. They use appropriate flight and kite terminology to...
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New York State Testing Program Math Release questions grade 8

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra and geometry worksheet, students solve seven varying math problems.  This worksheet will help prepare students for standardized tests covering algebra and geometry.
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Theorems About Roots and Polynomial Equations

For Students 8th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve polynomial equations using factoring. They identify the roots of the equations. There are 3 questions with an answer key.
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Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students factor trinomials. In this algebra lesson, students use special patterns and formulas to factor. They utilize algebra tiles as a hands-on method for gaining practice with trinomials.
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A Cylinder Workshop

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students work with given formulas to solve for specific variables. The calculation of the volume of a cylinder and the change in volume when there is a constant surface area is analyzed in this lesson.
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Linear Patterns in Data

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders extend their learning of graphing linear equations and are introduced to connecting patterns in tables and graphs to represent algebraic representations. They then determine patterns and extrapolate information from these...
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Aw Chute!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are presented with the problem of constructing a parachute that has the maximum hang time. They construct their own parachute using available materials. Pupils drop their parachutes from a height of two meters and record the...
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Quadratic Equations and Binomial Square Theorem

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students apply the binomial square theorem to solve quadratics. They complete the square and use the complex number system to solve for the roots.
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Need For Speed

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars calculate the distance a car travel using CEEBoT. In this algebra instructional activity, students apply the distance formula to real life scenarios. They use a measuring tape and a formula to measure the distance the...
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What's Its Slope

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify the slope of a lines.In this algebra lesson, students define the  meaning of slope and write an equation given the slope. They graph linear functions using the slope and y-intercept.