Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Illustrative Mathematics: F if Which Function?

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
For this task, students are presented with a graph and asked to identify the functions that could be represented by it and explain their thinking. The task addresses knowledge related to interpreting forms of functions derived by...
Handout
Purple Math

Purplemath: Special Factoring: Differences of Squares

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Demonstrates how to use the formula for finding the differences of squares, and warns against trying to factor a sum of squares.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Factor Polynomials Using Special Products

For Students 10th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers factoring perfect square trinomials and the difference of squares.
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve Equations Using Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
Solve advanced equations by strategically using quadratic factorization methods.
Handout
Math2

Math2.org: Polynomial Identities

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a list of polynomial identities, including formulas for squaring a binomial, FOILing a trinomial, factoring a difference of two squares, factoring a sum or difference of two cubes, and the Quadratic Formula.
Handout
Windstream

Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Solving Polynomial Equations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A comprehensive look at the three main ways to find the roots of a polynomial: factoring, formulas, and the rational root theorem.
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Solve Equations Using Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
Solve advanced equations by strategically using quadratic factorization methods. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Perfect Squares

For Students 9th - 10th
Factor quadratic expressions of the general perfect square forms: (ax)^2+2abx+b^2 or (ax)^2-2abx+b^2. The factored expressions have the general forms (ax+b)^2 or (ax-b)^2.
Activity
Help Algebra

Help algebra.com: Factor by Grouping

For Students 9th - 10th
Factor a quadratic by group the terms. This resource demonstrates the procedure, then gives and explanation on why this process works.
Activity
Other

Cre: Ecuaciones Cuadraticas

For Students 9th - 10th
In Spanish. Clear step by step directions, explanations and example problems of quadratic equations. Explains factorization, the quadratic formula, and completing the square.
Handout
Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson takes a look at the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. It gives information on solving multiplicity of roots and quadratic polynomials. Also gives a brief history and provides some learning exercises to practice.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Find Imaginary Solutions: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 11th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Here you will learn about the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, and how to apply it to various functions. You will also review using the quadratic equation to find...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Connecting Factors and Zeros

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will determine if a quadratic formula is factorable, then they will factor the equation, set each factor equal to 0, and solve for x.
Handout
Other

Mathway: Algebra Formulas

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Comprehensive resource provides algebra formulas for exponents, absolute value, factoring Pythagorean Theorem, linear equations, quadratic formula, distance formula, midpoint formula, and slope of a line through two points.
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Zero Product Property

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
The zero product property allows you to solve a quadratic equation by converting it into two linear equations. This is a common strategy of algebra--to break down a problem into simpler parts, each solved by previously learned methods.
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Difference of Squares

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Factor quadratic expressions of the general difference of squares form: (ax)^2-b^2. The factored expressions have the general form (ax+b)(ax-b).
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Perfect Squares

For Students 9th - 10th
Factor quadratic expressions of the general perfect square forms. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Unknown Type
Elias Saab

Math Drills: Roots of Polynomial Functions Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An interactive quiz which provides students with a problem involving a polynomial function to be solved. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student needs them, and explanations are...
Unit Plan
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Algebra: Solve Trinomials With 2 Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the concept of solving binomials by exploring a tutorial. They can then test their knowledge by taking a ten question assessment that increases in difficulty as they correctly answer questions.
Unknown Type
Other

University of Wisconsin: Basic Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This college site offers a variety of problems and answers. Problems are divided into topic areas for easy access. Also offers quizzes with each topic.
Activity
Purple Math

Purplemath: Algebra Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Purplemath contains about 40 different lessons on various algebra topics. The lessons are divided into five different sections: preliminary topics, beginning algebra, intermediate algebra, advanced algebra, and word problems. The lessons...
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Find Imaginary Solutions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson, students are finding complex roots of polynomials and applications of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. Students examine guided notes, review...
Activity
Paul Dawkins

Paul's Online Notes: Algebra Cheat Sheet [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
An algebra "cheat sheet" to use as a reference when completing algebra homework. Lists basic facts, properties, operations, formulas, and functions, as well as common errors.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Math a Review 1

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This StudyCards stack enables students to review concepts in algebra, arithmetic, and geometry, in preparation for the Math A Exam held in New York. They solve problems involving scientific notation, factoring, linear equations, rate of...

Other popular searches