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Perturbing Functions and Introduction to Matlab
In this math instructional activity, learners practice using the program of Matlab and apply them while using functions. They practice writing equations in truncated form.
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Multiplying Decimals and Mixed Numbers
Middle schoolers multiply decimals and/or mixed numbers. They explore the effects of multiplying decimals and mixed numbers. They practice estimating answers when a number is multiplied by a decimal or mixed number.
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A Recipe For Success
Sixth graders explore a relevant application of ratios and proportions. They apply this concept through guided practice and interactive feedback.
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Fraction Facts
Middle schoolers are introduced to fractions, including operations with fractionsm converting fractions to decimals and percents. They are provided with activities that provide ample practice opportunities to reinforce the information...
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Density in Relation to Float and Sink
Students explore the concept of density. In this density lesson plan, students determine the density of various objects. Students use the density of the various objects to predict the density of various unknown solutions.
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Determinants: 2x2 and 3x3 Matrices
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders find the determinant of 2x2 or 3x3 matrix and use the determinant to find the inverse of the matrix. The two page worksheet contains explanation of topic, a worked example, and three...
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I'll Have an Order of Subtraction Please!
Students explore number values by completing consumer math worksheets. In this math functions lesson, students identify the use of a decimal in numbers and the place values that are represented when dealing with money. Students complete...
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Estimation
Students complete computer activities about estimating if items are more or less than a given amount. In this estimation lesson plan, students also estimate measurements around the classroom.
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Let's Take a Trip!
Sixth graders plan trip for family of four, and choose best travel plan by studying maps, considering different routes, and visiting Web sites to get airline and travel schedules.
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Linear Systems: The Determinant
In this determinant worksheet, students find the determinants of matrices. They identify patterns and their relationship to the canonical matrix. This two-page worksheet contains approximately nine problems, as well as examples and...
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Worksheet 8
In this math worksheet, middle schoolers consider the harmonic series. They assume that the sums move towards infinity and that they are divergent.
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Whale of a Web Site
Students compare and contrast differences and likeness of whales/fish and toothed/baleen whales and discuss what they know about whales and what they would like to study about whales. They then describe the characteristics of a mammal.
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Virtual Field Trip: Lodging and Meals
Students calculate the costs for lodging and meals for a virtual field trip. They calculate the number of nights lodging needed for road and city travel and the number of meals needed, the costs for each, and input the data using...
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Can You Measure This?
Fifth graders design their own house, while also using problem-solving skills involving perimeter and area. They exchange houses with a partner and find the perimeter and area of the window, doors, and front side of the house.
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Let's Go Shopping with $500
Third graders use a worksheet to budget a five-hundred dollar shopping spree. They select goods to purchase, figure totals and then calculate discounts and sales tax. They compare results to determine who purchased the most for his or...
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Worksheet 13
In this math learning exercise, students find the solution for the Euler equation. Then they simplify the two differential for the functions of g and yp.
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Grocery Store Problem Solving
Students use multiple math skills to complete grocery story problems. In this grocery math lesson, students study grocery ads to learn about the cost of foods. Students investigate food types and the costs of processed versus raw foods....
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Sequence Alignment
Students explore the uses of sequence alignment. In this DNA lesson students complete several experiments on sequencing and algorithms.
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The Calculus Whiz Who Loved Candy
Students develop an equation for finding the volume of a commonly known piece of candy (M&M, Hershey's Kiss, Tootsie Roll Pop, Life Saver, etc.) by using calculus.
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Is Your Square Complete?
High schoolers practice solving quadratic equations using a form called Complete the Square.
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Learning To Use Matlab Interactively
In this math learning exercise, students explore the uses for the computer program of Matlab. They use the basic functions of the program to execute algorithms.
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Risk Assessment and Geometry
Tenth graders study the concept of risk analysis as it relates to geometry. In this spatial relationship lesson, 10th graders are provided a set of coordinates to analyze a piece of land described. Students write a description that...
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Students play a math game which assesses their mastery of selecting the appropriate operation to solve specific problems.
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C is for Cookie-A MEAN-ingful Graphing Activity
Third graders, in groups, dissect a variety of brands of chocolate chip cookies and calculate the mean for each brand. They create their own bar graphs, pictographs, and line graphs to represent information.