Inside Mathematics
Swimming Pool
Swimming is more fun with quantities. The short assessment task encompasses finding the volume of a trapezoidal prism using an understanding of quantities. Individuals make a connection to the rate of which the pool is filled with a...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Over the Hill
Can you hear me from there? Pupils determine the place to build a cell tower on a hill. The class uses constraints and creates a scale drawing on a coordinate system to calculate the exact location of the base of the cell tower.
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Scale and Equations
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders solve equations by using the concept of a scale where unknowns are represented by cylinders and numbers by marbles. The four page worksheet contains ten problems. Answers are not provided.
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Building My Dream House
Students create their dream house using a spreadsheet for measurements. In this measurements and drawings lesson, students apply concepts of units and conversions as they build and create different shapes. They use Google Sketch-up to...
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Scatterplots and Regressions
In this scatterplots and regressions activity, students solve 6 different types of problems related to graphing scatterplots and interpreting regressions. First, they create a scatterplot from the given data coordinates and then,...
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CEENBoT Takes a Dive
Students create a map to scale using technology. In this algebra lesson, students navigate through a shipwreck to perform rescues. They use he CEENBoT program to perform the different tasks.
CCSS Math Activities
Social Security Trust Fund
Will Social Security still be around when you retire? Given data on the predicted balance of the social security fund over time, scholars plot the points on a coordinate grid and determine if a quadratic regression fits the data. They...
Illustrative Mathematics
Peaches and Plums
According to the resource graph, which costs more: peaches or plums? Algebra learners compare two proportional relationships and then throw in a banana. Leaving out the scale helps students become intuitive about graphing.
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Ratios and Proportions
This study guide would be great to use when presenting a lesson on ratios and proportions. It includes clear definitions, explanations, and examples to work through as a class or individually. In addition, it has notes on rates and...
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Accurately Weighing Pennies I
Drawing from a scenario of the history of the penny, learners write and solve a system of linear equations from a context.
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Solving Equations Using Models
Explore mathematics by analyzing images. As they view pictures on the SMART Board, individuals must write corresponding algebraic equations. They utilize models to visualize the math expressions.
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Accurately Weighing Pennies II
Drawing from a scenario of the history of the penny, learners write and solve a system of linear equations from a context.
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Comparing Ratios
In this comparing ratios worksheet, students solve and complete 3 different problems using the screens shown. First, they write a ratio that compares the shaded part to unshaded part illustrated. Then, students use the same grid to...
CPM
Unit 3, Worksheet 1, Exponents and Algebraic Expressions
Need exponentt practice? Then this exponent learning exercise will be helpful to have learners evaluate exponent expressions and algebraic expressions. They use the distributive property to solve equations. This three-page learning...
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Data
Learners collect data from an experiment they perform. In this data lesson, students use multiple representations to solve practical problems; describe advantages and disadvantages of the use of each representation. Then, they evaluate...
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Geometry: Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
This basic handout would be good for skills practice or a review of parallel and perpendicular lines. Review the definitions, then practice writing equations of lines that pass through a specific point and are either parallel or...
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Lesson 3-5: Proportions and Similar Figures
For this similar figures worksheet, students use proportions to solve 6 short answer and multiple choice questions. Students use proportions to answer questions about map scales and height of trees given shadow lengths.
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Who's got the fastest legs?
Students use a stopwatch to collect information for a scatterplot. In this fastest legs lessons, students collect data through the taking of measurements, create and find a median number. Students develop an equation and answer...
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Fishing for Points TI-83/83 Plus
Ninth graders investigate the Cartesian coordinate plane. For this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore the coordinates of a drawing of a fish and examine the effects of moving the drawing on the ordered pairs. Students predict the new...
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Linear Equations
Students solve linear equations by modeling. In this algebra lesson, students solve one and two step inequalities and equations. They use manipulative to create a visual of the steps.
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Investigation: The Local Bagel Shop
Sixth graders explore economics by solving business math problems. In this ratio and proportion instructional activity, 6th graders examine different meals to be purchased at a coffee shop and compare which prices make which meals a...
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Can You Make a Hole in One?
Students relate miniature golf to reflection of an image. In this algebra activity, students collect and graph data as they study linear equations. They apply properties of graphing to solve real life scenarios.
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Finding Fractional Parts Using an Area Model
Students explore math functions by completing a problem solving worksheet in class. In this division lesson, students utilize visual aides such as marshmallows and candy to visualize the act of division. Students complete a division...
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GEOMETRICAL GARDENING
Students examine perimeter and volume in a usable situation and see connections between concepts and "Real-World" situations. They design such a proposal to meet the area requirements, improve the looks of the school entrance and spend...