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Moles Lab Activities
Want my name and number? It's 6.0221415 times 10 to the 23rd, and my name is Avogadro. Providing nine different activities, experiments, and labs, this lesson keeps Avogadro relevant to your class all year long.
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Introducing Linear Terminology
Ninth graders graph linear equations and inequalities in two variables and then, they write equations of lines and find and use the slope and y-intercept
of lines. They use linear equations to model real data and define to define the...
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Solution Sets and Linear Independence of Vectors
Eleventh graders study homogeneous linear systems. In this linear system of equations instructional activity, 11th graders write linear system solutions in parametric vector form. Students also identify the connection between linear...
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Writing a Function Rule
In this Algebra I/Algebra II learning exercise, students determine the equation that correctly represents the relationship between the x and y values provided. The one page learning exercise contains four multiple choice...
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Parametric, Vector, Polar, and 3D Functions
Twelfth graders investigate the capabilities of the TI-89. In this calculus lesson plan, 12th graders explore the parametric equation for a circle, for arc length of curves, and for trajectories. Students investigate the...
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Natural Logarithms
In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders solve equations involving natural logarithms. The two page learning exercise contains explanation, worked examples, and four practice problems. Answers are not included.
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Integers
In this integers worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different problems. First, they find a given number of consecutive integers with a given sum. Then, students determine the dimensions of a rectangle given the length and...
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Letter Symbols
In this letter symbols instructional activity, students solve and complete 4 different types of problems. First, they circle the expressions that are the same as the one shown. Then, students find the value of each symbol. In addition,...
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Placing Parentheses
Students decide where and when to use parentheses. In this algebra instructional activity, students use parentheses to clarify a math problems and solve correctly. They use order of operation as they solve problems with integers and...
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Transformations of Energy
Seventh graders investigate the relationship between energy and matter, and measure the mass of various objects. They listen to a teacher-led lecture about potential energy, and in small groups measure the mass of various objects such...
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Distance over Time
Students analyze velocity and how it is determined. They experiment with velocity in order to measure and calculate the magnitude of speed. They use examples in their novel "Skateboard Renegade" to relate velocity to real life situations.
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Exploring Function Graphs
Tenth graders investigate three different sets of data that relate temperature to another variable in the physical world. These illustrate linear, inverse and exponential relationships.
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Exploring the Ares 1X Launch-Parameters
In this rocket launch activity, students solve 3 problems about the Ares 1X rocket and its launch, trajectory, and motion in both the vertical and horizontal direction.
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Pendulum Problems
Ninth graders explore how pendulums function. In this pendulums lesson students complete a pendulum lab activity.
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You Gotta Have Heart
Ninth graders investigate the concept of relations and interpret graphs and tables. They analyze given data and look for a pattern to determine if the numbers represent a function. Students practice solving scientific word problems that...
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Introduction to Mathematical Modeling
In this mathematical modeling instructional activity, students answer two essay questions. They describe Newton's Law of Cooling by describing and constructing a model and answering seven essay questions about the process.