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Equations of Circles

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Pupils will define circle and radius. In this radius lesson,  students are given a circumference, they will write an equation and sketch the circle. Pupils will match graphs of circles to their equations.   
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Curated OER

The Treasure Map

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders problem solve using drawings and map interpretations. They preview graphs and Cartesian geometry. They follow directions on a map using a grid and compass references while simulating they are reading a pirate map.
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Curated OER

Reflections

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate image and pre-image. In this geometry lesson, students identify the reflection and rotation of different shape on a coordinate plane. They identify similarities and differences of image and pre-image of a reflection.
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Transformations

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students draw on graph paper. In this geometry instructional activity, students review types of triangles and quadrilaterals. Students investigate geometric transformations, including translation, rotation and reflection. Students...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Transformations

For Students 10th
In this geometry worksheet students rotate, reflect, and translate geometric shapes. The four page worksheet contains seventeen problems  Solutions are not provided. 
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Curated OER

The Swinging Pendulum

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students observe a pendulum and graph their observation. In this algebra lesson, students use the TI calcualtor to graph the motion the pendulum makes. They analyze the graph and make predictions.
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Translations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students perform translations on different polygons. In this geometry lesson plan, students create figures that will be used as an assessment to represent transformation. They perform hands on creation and relate it to the real world.
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Quadrilateral Bunny

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify the properties representing quadrilateral. For this geometry lesson, students differentiate between special and regular quadrilaterals. They discuss and demonstrate hierarchy of quadrilaterals.
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Curated OER

Modeling Population Growth

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students collect data on population growth. In this statistics lesson, students graph their data and make predictions. They find the linear regression and the best fit line.
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Curated OER

Iterating Linear Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use a spreadsheet to investigate data. In this algebra lesson plan, students collect and graph data on a coordinate plane. They explain properties of a linear equation both algebraically and orally.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Distance Calculations

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students calculate the distance between two points. In this geometry lesson, students use coordinates and the distance formula to find the distance. They perform an interactive lesson to solve the missing length.
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Symmetry in Kaleidoscope Designs

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students define reflection, rotation and symmetry. In this symmetry instructional activity, students move the graph around the coordinate plane and identify the line of symmetry. They identify the different designs of a kaleidoscope.
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Line, Ray, Segment

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars define vocabulary words. In this geometry lesson, students identify the graph as a line, ray or segments. They understand the properties of each and calculate the distance on a number line. 
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Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

The Exercise Fields

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Horses need exercise, too. Scholars create linear equations to model the perimeter of exercise fields for horses. They finish by solving their equations for the length and width of the fields.
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A Perpendicular Pilgrimage

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders design a safe passage through a 2-D obstacle. In this geometric math lesson, 9th graders engage in a hands on activity to better understand the concept of geometric and algebraic perpendicularity. Students will work in...
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Match My Masterpiece

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders plot out points on grid paper which correspond with the ordered pairs they are given. If done correctly, the points form a word.
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Cracks on the Walls

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers observe the cracks in school walls and pavements. In this geometry lesson plan, students explore the factors to be considered before building a structure. They complete a graphing and calculation worksheet after the lesson...
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Transformations

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders recognize, perform and derive rules for basic transformations including translation, reflection and rotation. They also consider compositions, a combination of two or more basic transformations. Students explore both...
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Lines, Rays, Line Segments, and Planes

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students are introduced to lines, rays, line segments and planes and study the differences between them. They also practice graphing lines, rays, line segments and planes
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Does the falling tree make a sound if no one if there to hear it? (or communication via encryption)

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Pupils explore encryption. They discuss the importance of cryptography in our daily lives. Students use games and cryptography to discover transformational geometry and modulo systems. They design their own encryption puzzles and games.
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Looking For Triangles

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve problems with triangles. In this geometry instructional activity, students analyze shapes to find different triangles. They name the shapes created by putting triangles together.
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Derivative – Standard Definition

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Making a clear connection to algebra concepts helps learners understand the definition of a derivative. The lesson begins with looking at limits of simple linear and rational functions, and leads to the definition of the derivative....
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Worksheet
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Complex Numbers

For Students 11th
In this algebra activity, 11th graders solve complex numbers using division. multiplication, addition and subtraction. There are 11 questions with an answer key.
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Printables
Virginia Department of Education

Middle School Mathematics Vocabulary Word Wall Cards

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Having a good working knowledge of math vocabulary is so important for learners as they progress through different levels of mathematical learning. Here is 125 pages worth of wonderfully constructed vocabulary and concept review cards....