Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Transformation Investigation

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Graph it! Investigate transformations with a graphing calculator. Pupils graph sets of linear functions on the same set of axes. They determine how changes in the equation of a linear function result in changes in the graph.
Activity
Ms. Amber Nakamura's Mathematics Website

Algebra Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
What would your dream house look like? A cottage? A medieval castle? High schoolers enrolled in Algebra design the perfect house while using slopes to write equations for various aspects of the project.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra: Linear Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students draw graphs of linear equations using the slope intercept form. Upon completion of various problems, students record their answers on the board and explain the solutions to classmates. Students take a test over the material...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Sloping and Intersecting a Linear Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine and discuss typical linear equations, and the difference between a linear and nonlinear equation. They observe examples of linear equations and complete a worksheet.
Lesson Plan
Kenan Fellows

Math Made Simple as 1-2-3: Simplified Educational Approach to Algebra

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Writing an equation of a line is as easy as m and b. A lesson presentation gives individuals different strategies for writing equations of lines. Some items provide a slope and a point while others provide two points. Whatever the given,...
Activity
5280 Math

More or Less the Same

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Tell the story of the math. Given a graph of a linear system, learners write a story that models the graph before crafting the corresponding functions. Graphs intersect at an estimated point, allowing for different variations in the...
Assessment
Curated OER

Expressing Geometric Properties with Equations

For Students 9th - 11th Standards
Algebra and geometry are not interchangeable. Demonstrate why not with a series of problems that deal with the equations of circles and equations of lines that meet specific criteria. 
Worksheet
Curated OER

Linear Equations

For Students 9th
In this linear equations activity, 9th graders solve and complete 7 different problems that include a number of linear equations. First, they determine the slope given the points and then write an equation in slope-intercept form. Then,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Linear and Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve quadratic functions using the quadratic formula. They take the square roots of both side of each equation then graph both the linear and quadratic functions. There are a total of 84 problems...
Performance
Radford University

Calculating the Cost: Algebraic Planning for a First Car

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scholars decide which job to take based on the pay. They then research cars to potentially purchase and determine the total cost of the car. Finally, they calculate how long they would have to work to purchase the car along with how much...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Tables to Solve Linear Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Oh that intercept! Budding algebra masters solve linear equations from standard to intercept form. They identify the slope and y-intercept to help graph the lines, an then create coordinate pairs using a table of values. Great TI tips...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Linear Equations

For Students 11th
In this algebra activity, 11th graders solve linear equations and rewrite them in the form y=mx + b. They graph the equations using the slope and y-intercept. There are 22 questions with an answer key.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Writing equations for the picture project

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners write equations for their graphs. For this algebra lesson, students analyze graphs after they plot them using coordinate points and write an equation for the line given the slope and y-intercept. They express their answers using...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Multiplying Monomials

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students differentiate between linear and quadratic functions. For this algebra lesson, students write equations of graphs and graph a function from an equation. They also identify the slope and y-intercept.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Review

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Young scholars review the principles of graphing linear functions. They discuss plotting points on a coordinate plane, solving using a table, and then graphing. Students solve problems and determine the slope of the line, y-intercept...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Slopes and Lines

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students identify the slopes of a line. In this algebra instructional activity, students calculate the slope and intercept of a line. They graph their lines using a TI calculator.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

That's a Fine Line You're Walking!

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students experiment with Hiker program to practice real world applications of linear functions and develop their understanding of expressions, relationships, and manipulations involved in writing and graphing linear equations in...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Investigating Linear Equations Using Graphing Calculator

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students investigate linear equations using the Ti-Calculator. In this algebra lesson, students graph lines and identify the different quadrants on a coordinate plane. They identify ordered pairs used to plot lines.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Race The Rapper: Slopes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners calculate the slope of the equation In this algebra lesson, students graph coordinate pairs of linear equations and identify the relationship between x and y values and slope.  They differentiate between functions and...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Parallel and Perpendicular Lines

For Students 9th - 11th Standards
Young geometers get some solid skills practice in evaluating slopes. Beginning with the basics of slope through two points and progressing through properties of parallel and perpendicular lines, the building of skills is gradual and...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphing Linear Equations

For Students 8th - 12th
In this calculator active graphing worksheet, students graph 12 equations via a calculator and transfer the graphs onto coordinate grids.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Linear Equations

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders review the information that they have already learned with regard to linear equations and graphical representations. They then assist in combining equations with a graphical element and complete various graphs with this...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Interesting Properties of Cubic Functions to Discover Graphically or Numerically

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate the slope of a cubic function. They find the tangent line of the cubic function at point P, and discuss the relationship between point P and point Q, the point the tangent line intersects the cubic function. ...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Equation of a Line

For Students 9th
In this equation of a line activity, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include the equation of a line. First, they determine the equation of a line that has a given slope and passes through a given point on a graph. Then,...