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Roping Quadrilaterals
Students explore with quadrilaterals. In this roping quadrilaterals instructional activity, students work in cooperative groups to play the game, "Question, please!" in order to identify, describe, compare and classify...
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Exponential Functions
Analyze functions by their shape and equation and identify decay and growth based on the equation given. Learners graph their exponential functions and differentiate it using the logarithmic versus the exponential function.
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Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem
Begin seeing the world through the lens of geometry! Use the 19th installment in a 25-part module to apply the Pythagorean Theorem to solve real-world problems. Individuals sketch situations resulting in right triangles such as the...
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Fraction Reaction
Students review how to solve problems with fractions. In groups, they participate in a card game in which they identify the fraction and its equivalent. They also complete a worksheet related to fractions and have a partner check their...
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Line Symmetry
Learners investigate the concept of line symmetry and how to recognize it in different contexts. They record the number of symmetries when given problems to work on in class. They review the concept of congruence and how it relates to...
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Solve Me-One and Two-Step Inequalities
Students solve one and two-step inequalities. For this Algebra I lesson, students solve inequalities using paper and pencil and use the TI-nspire CAS to check each steps in their work. Additionally, the solve feature...
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Skittle Around with Fraction and Percentages
Fifth graders investigate the interchangeable relationship betweeen fractions and percents. They discuss the concepts using teacher provided questions. Then sutdents work in cooperative groups to maximize scaffolding.
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The Million $ Mission
Students study exponential growth. The lesson is designed for students to work independently, or in groups with guidance from the teacher.
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Awareness of Pre-Algebra Concepts
Students demonstrate how to solve various algebraic equations. In this pre-algebra lesson plan, students work in teams and use Borenson's Hands-On Equations materials to solve algebraic equations.
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Prime and Composite Numbers
Fifth graders use prime factorization to identify prime and composite numbers. They use cubes to find factors. In groups, 5th graders draw rectangular arrays to discover prime numbers under 100.
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Lesson Plan 3: Inequalities
Ninth graders study inequalities. After a teacher demonstration, classmates solve and graph inequality problems. In groups, they are assigned specific tasks that lead to the solving of inequality word problems.
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Area and Perimeter
Eighth graders practice solving real life situations involving area and perimeter. In groups, they are given specific roles in determining the layout of a flowerbed. They find the perimeter and area of the flowerbeds and determine...
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Animal Tracks
Students are introduced to the topic of area. In groups, they share various techniques to help them identify different shapes and work together to calculate the area. They use this same knowledge to determine the area of animal tracks...
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Mode, Median, and Mean
Students define mode, median and mean, and perform mathematical operations to determine these 3 terms. In this statistics/math instructional activity, students practice memory strategies to help distinguish between mode, median, and...
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How Much Space Do We Have?
Census-takers view the Internet to find the total population of a city and its total land area. They work with different mathematical scenarios that involve populations and land area in their city. They complete math problems and unit...
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Exploring Multiplication and Division at a Party
Learners solve multiplication and division problems using Unifix cubes. They explore multiplication and division through equal grouping of objects and sharing. Students discuss the task they completed and share how they completed the...