Students use algebra tiles to solve linear equations with integer solutions. In this algebra lesson plan, students use the additive inverse and the zero pair concept.

Learners graph linear equations using intercepts, find y-intercept, find x-intercepts and graph linear equations that use horizontal and vertical lines.

Students perform basic matrices operations. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide matrices. They solve system of equations using matrices.

Students use concrete models (algebra blocks) to demonstrate their processes for solving quadratic equations. They apply the commutative, associative, and distributive properties to simplify algebraic expressions and to solve quadratic...

Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials.  In this Algebra I instructional activity, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.

Students analyze graphs to compare cell phone plans. In this algebra lesson, students work together to analyze phone plans and report the best phone plan. Students develop tables and graphs.

Ninth graders translate sentences into equations. They translate equations into sentences. They solve real life problems using verbal models to write equations. They create a problem solution graphic organizer in their journals.

Pupils will investigate trigonometric equations. In this trigonometry lesson, they explore solving equations using a TI-83 calculator and solve trigonometric equations by graphing each side of the equation as a function and locating the...

Young scholars find the slope of a line given a linear equation in slope-intercept form. They also find the slope of a line given a linear equation in standard form. Students finally graph the line to show it visually.

Ninth graders apply proportional reasoning to a real-life situation.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore a series of equations that relate to a display sign that compares the owner’s bagels to competitors bagels. ...

Students draw graphs of linear equations using the slope intercept form. Upon completion of various problems, students record their answers on the board and explain the solutions to classmates. Students take a test over the material...

Students participate in numerous activities and games. In pairs, they play card games to find relationships between a random set of playing cards. After writing samples of Dear Abby letters concerning math problems, students create a...

Students solve quadratic equation by graphing. In this algebra lesson plan, students use the TI calculator to get a visual of their graph. They create a table of values, plot their points and graph the parabola.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve equations through substitution and then solve for an unknown. They simplify division equations containing exponents and two variables and solve radical problems. This worksheet contains a...

Students solve and graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students perform basic operation using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They compute the quadratic formula.

Students graph linear equations on a Cartesian plane. After describing data tables and their use, students explore how the information from a table can be used to create a line graph. They discuss reasons for plotting a minimum of...

In this make a table worksheet, students read real world questions and write an equation to match the equation. Next, they solve the equation.   This one-page worksheet contains two problems.

Pupils review the Cartesian plane and the process of plotting points. In groups, students create tables, identify the slope and y-intercept, and graph the equation. Afterward, pupils perform the same process, only, individually. As a...

In this algebra worksheet, students define the equations and discuss how many and what kinds of roots there will be. There are 6 questions dealing with roots, complex numbers and quadratics.

Students discuss how to add simple Algebra problems such as: 2x + 2x = 4x or 3x + 3x + 6x = 12x or 3(2x + 4x) = 3(6x) = 18x. They then examine how to do these problems by writing down examples on the board before Students do their...

Students write the equation of a line given the slope and y-intercept. In this algebra lesson, students are given a point a the line and the slope of the line and are asked to write an equation of the line. They relate lines to real life...

In this solving equations worksheet, learners solve and complete 16 different types of problems. First, they simplify using the inverse of addition or subtraction. Then, students simplify further by using the inverse of multiplication or...

Eighth graders participate in using algebraic proportional reasoning to find the missing amount that balances on a scale. Substitution is used to discover the missing objects on a scale. They answer multiple choice questions that are...

In this algebra worksheet, students complete a variety of basic algebra problems. They compare integers, identify sets of numbers, simplify equations, translate words into numerical expressions, and identify properties. This worksheet...