Students graph a quadratic inequality and describe its solution set. They solve a system of quadratic equalities graphically and symbolically and as related to a real-world context.

Students participate in a lecture about linear inequalities. Individually, they graph different inequalities and describe its solution. They participate in a demonstration in which they solve a system of inequalities and complete a...

Learners practice graphing linear inequalities and explain their solution sets to the solving of a system of linear equalities graphically and symbolically. They utilize programming techniques in setting up and solving systems of linear...

Learners pretend to borrow $1000.00 on a credit card. They pretend to make the minimum payments for a year. When they're done, they make a pie chart showing how much of their payments reduced their debt, and how much was interest.

Students write equations for their graphs. In this algebra lesson, students analyze graphs after they plot them using coordinate points and write an equation for the line given the slope and y-intercept. They express their answers using...

Students are introduced to plotting functions on the Cartesian coordinate plane seen several categories of functions, including lines and parabolas

Students analyze and develop symbolic representations to describe the amount of water left in a pool being pumped out after a given amount of time, with various pumping rates and initial quantities of water in the pool.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders classify polynomials by degree, write in standard form, and describe the behavior of the graph. The two page worksheet provides explanation and examples along with thirteen practice...

Fourth graders investigate repeating and growing patterns. Models, graphs and words are used to describe, extend and represent patterns. Students use evidence from models and graphs to support the identification of patterns.

Students experiment with Hiker program to practice real world applications of linear functions and develop their understanding of expressions, relationships, and manipulations involved in writing and graphing linear equations in...

Students solve systems of 2-by-2 linear equations using tables, graphs and substitution. In small groups, classmates work together to discover strategies for solving equations. They use a calculator to graphically represent their answers.

Students represent quadratic equations using different methods. In this algebra lesson, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.

Students explain the differences between linear (arithmetic) and exponential (geometric) growth. They use worksheets imbedded in this lesson to help them make predicitions and graph data points.

Students convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra activity, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor theorem.

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.

Students explore the concept of functions. In this function lesson, students determine if the graph is a function by using the vertical line test. Students use an applet to explore the vertical line test on a variety of graphs.

Young scholars explore Cuisenaire Rods.  In this pre-algebra lesson, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Young scholars construct examples of the Commutative Property...

Students explore concept of functions as relationships, as machines, as equations, and as graphs.

Learners identify function using tables of data. For this algebra lesson, students create a tale of point and plot on a coordinate plane. They analyze the graph as being a function or not.

Young scholars solve exponential functions. In this algebra lesson plan, students identify the properties of logarithmic and exponential functions. They graph their functions and solve using change of base formula.

Ninth graders track the hit count on their favorite web sites.  In this Algebra I lesson plan, 9th graders record the number of hits on their favorite web site for twenty days.  Students explore the data to determine if the...

Students use visuals and words to solve equations. In this algebra lesson, students observe the necessary steps needed to add, subtract,multiply and divide to solve an equation. They graph their solution using the TI calculator.

Students graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students solve quadratic equations by factoring. They identify the end behavior of the graph.

Students identify properties of parabolas. In this algebra instructional activity, students factor quadratic equations and identify the properties of parabolas. They find the roots, vertex and intercepts of a parabola.