Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 7: Structure of Expressions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
The structure of an expression is a descriptive feature. Learners build a solid understanding of quadratic functions using an analysis of expressions in different forms. The seventh module in a series of nine includes 12 lessons...
Activity
Point Pleasant Beach School District

Parabola Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Class members select a picture that contains a parabola and construct a drawing of it using function graphs in the quadratic project. Individuals restrict the domains of the functions to create a more accurate drawing. They then submit a...
Assessment
Concord Consortium

Gravity

For Students 9th - 11th Standards
Weight is a function of the distance from sea level. Learners explore the many implications of this fact in an inquiry-based task. Given the function, pupils answer questions before manipulating the function to rewrite the distance...
Lesson Plan
Annenberg Foundation

Skeeters Are Overrunning the World

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Skeeters are used to model linear and exponential population growth in a wonderfully organized lesson plan including teachers' and students' notes, an assignment, graphs, tables, and equations. Filled with constant deep-reaching...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Problem Solving Model

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Use a vocabulary chart to introduce math functions. The class defines a list of mathematical vocabulary terms on a worksheet, as well as completes equations and expressions. They examine word problems and practice transcribing them into...
Lesson Plan
Willow Tree

Linear Relationships

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
There's just something special about lines in algebra. Introduce your classes to linear equations by analyzing the linear relationship. Young mathematicians use input/output pairs to determine the slope and the slope-intercept formula to...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore functions, function rules, and data tables. They explore terms of linear functions. Students use computers to analyze the functions. Students write short sentences to explain data tables and simple algebraic expressions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphing Polynomial Functions

For Students 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders graph polynomial functions using quadratics and other exponential functions. They identify the vertex and other properties of a parabola. There are 8 problems with an answer key.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Functions and the Vertical Line Test

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars examine functions and function notation. They use computer activities to discover how to graph functions, and conduct a vertical line test. Students describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Inverse Functions

For Students 9th
In this inverse functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and graph 10 different problems that include the inverse of various functions. First, they determine if the coordinates given is the inverse of a function given. Then, students use...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Transformations and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders study graphing exponential functions. In this transformations lesson, 10th graders apply inquiry to determine how changes to a parent function affect its graph. Students analyze transformed graphs and generate the function...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Linear Functions

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify and label functions as linear or not. They find the domain and range of each function. There are 15 multiple choice questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Linear and Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve quadratic functions using the quadratic formula. They take the square roots of both side of each equation then graph both the linear and quadratic functions. There are a total of 84 problems...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Operations with Functions Including Composition

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain functions.  In this function lesson, students solve functions.  Groups of students develop strategies to perform operations with functions.  They write test questions using functions which include all...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Quadratic Functions

For Students 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students graph quadratic functions and identify the vertex, axis of symmetry, maximum and minimum and intercepts. There are 7 questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Calculator Investigation - Second Degree Polynomial Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve quadratic functions. In this solving quadratic functions lesson, students determine the height of an object at a given time. Students determine the time at which an object hits the ground. Students answer questions...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Functions and Relations

For Students 11th
In this functions and relations worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they find the slope and y-intercept for each function given. Then, students find the slope of the line passing through the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Relations and Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers differentiate between a relation and a function. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify a pair of coordinates as being a relation or a function. They analyze graphs for function as they solve word problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Final Exam Review: College Algebra

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this final exam review worksheet,s students solve systems of equations, polynomials and factor quadratic equations.  They identify the slope of a line and write linear equations.  Students use Cramer's rule, graphing,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

One to One Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify one to one functions by analyzing graphs of different equations. There are 6 different types of graphs to be analyzed.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphing Functions

For Students 11th
In this graphing functions learning exercise, 11th graders solve and complete 10 different types of problems. First, they graph each function and list the asymptote, domain and range for each. Then, students sketch each graph. They also...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Lesson 25 - Applications of Logarithmic Functions

For Students 9th - 12th
in this applications of logarithmic functions worksheet, students solve 11 short answer problems. Students use logarithms to find half lives, compound interest, and population growth given a word problem.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Applications of Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners solve word problems involving money. They calculate the interest earned over a period of time given the formula. There are 28 questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebraic Processes And Its Connections To Geometry

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Youngsters explore number patterns within a Hundreds Chart. They discover six specific patterns from six teacher-directed rules in cooperative groups and describe in words ONE of the three patterns in their Learning Logs. They prove for...