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Introduction to Tangent Lines using the TI-Nspire

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars make mathematical argument using the concept of Limit. In this algebra lesson, student calculate the instantaneous rate of change from the linear graph. They use a TI-calculator to create a visual of the graphs.
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Sequence Investigation

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders investigate arithmetic sequences.  In this Algebra II lesson, 11th graders create an arithmetic sequence and explore the effect of each variable in the formula of the nth term of an arithmetic sequence. ...
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Finding the Area Under A Curve with Random Probability

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Young scholars explore the concept of area under a curve. In this area under a curve lesson plan, students find the area under a curve using the Monte Carlo method using random points and probability. Young scholars calculate the area...
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Mean Meadian and Mode

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students apply central tendencies to given data. In this statistics lesson, students calculate the mean, median, and mode as it relates to their data. They collect data and graph it while identifying the way the numbers are ordered.
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Paying for Crime

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners participate in activties examining ratios and proportions. They use graphs to interpret data showing the government's budget for prisons. They present what they have learned to the class.
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Slopes and Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars find the slopes of linear functions. In this graphing lesson, students analyze linear equations and calculate the slope of the line. They graph a line given the slope and y-intercept.
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Handling Data: measure of Average

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders analyze data from a simple table. In this graphing lesson plan, 5th graders compare distributions.  Students recognize that the mean helps them find the formula.  Students answer questions on the mean, median, and...
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Walking on Air

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars collect and analyze data with a graph. In this statistics lesson plan, students use central tendencies to find the meaning of their data. They display the data on a Ti calculator.
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Means of Growth

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners collect and graph data. In this statistics lesson, students analyze their plotted data using a scatter plot. They identify lines as having positive, negative or no correlation.
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Let's Go Slopey

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students create a table of values to graph a line. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope and intercept of a linear equation. They use a Ticalculator to graph their function.
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My Peanut Butter is Better Than Yours!

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of statistical data. In this statistical data lesson, students read an article about the dangers of peanut butter to those who are allergic. Students perform a taste test of two different brands of peanut...
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How Much Will I Spend On Gas?

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students construct a linear graph. In this graphing lesson, students determine a monthly budget for gasoline. Students construct a t-chart and coordinate graph to display data. Resources are provided.
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Eratosthenes And Radius of the Earth

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students calculate the radius of the earth. They use the method and data suggested by Eratosthenes. They investigate the interrelationships among mass, distance, force, and time through experimental processes.
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I Spy

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students take photos of objects and write an equation. In this equations with photos lesson, students take pictures of objects around the school that have the shape of mathematical items learned in class. Students also draw in an x-axis...
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Cruising the Internet

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students identify the parts of an engine using a graph. In this statistics lesson, students make a graph from their collected data. They calculate the volume of a cylinder using a line of regression and a scatter plot.
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Quadratic Applications

For Teachers 9th - 12th
For this quadratic applications worksheet, high schoolers complete graphs, charts, comparison charts, and more having to do with quadratic equations. Students complete 5 different activities.
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Halloween Graphitti

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students complete multi-curricular activities in a Halloween themed lesson. In this Halloween lesson, students examine newspaper ads to find prices of pumpkins and use them to complete a stem and leaf plot. Students find the diameter,...
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Lesson 2: The Quadratic Equation

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Young scholars graph quadratic equations. They use interactive graphs, on CD-ROM, to answer specific equations. Students identify the vertex of a parabola and the axis of symmetry.
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Fossil Fuels and Its Effects On The World

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the effects of a declining fossil fuel system would have on the world. They read the line graph and other information to answer questions about fossil fuels. Students use mathematics to analyze graphical data...
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Don't Let Parabolas Throw You

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify relation, function, patterns and range. For this algebra lesson, students factor and graph quadratic equations. They use transformation to move the parabola around and make predictions.
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Drawing Regular Polygons

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate properties of regular polygons. In this geometry lesson, your class will use a graphing calculator and parametric equations to construct regular polygons and investigate the relationship between the measure of...
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A Sweet Drink

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate reaction rates.  In this seventh or eighth grade mathematics lesson, students collect, record, and analyze data regarding how the temperature of water affects the dissolving time of a sugar cube. Studetns...
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Representing Numbers Using Scientific Notation

For Teachers 7th - 8th Standards
Learners explore the concept of scientific notation. For this scientific notation lesson, mathematicians discuss how multiplying by a power of 10 affects the decimal. They play Powers of 10 Yahtzee. Students roll a die five times and...
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What Factors Influence Offshore Wind?

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
What is that out in the water on the horizon? Teams work together to study the coastline using maps to determine the best and worst locations to place an offshore wind farm. The teams then build a scale model wind farm to see what it...