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What I Have Learned: 8 Ways to Increase Student Motivation Through Goal Setting

For Teachers K - 1st
As educators, we realize the value of goal setting and are constantly encouraging our students to dream big and set goals. What we often forget is that unless we help them find their motivation, set up a plan, and identify supports they...
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Examining Algebraic Expressions: Lesson 1

For Students 7th - 8th
This lesson demonstrates how to identify and label different parts of an algebraic expression. It is 1 of 5 in the series titled "Examining Algebraic Expressions."
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Examining Algebraic Expressions: Lesson 2

For Students 7th - 8th
This lesson demonstrates how to identify and label different parts of an algebraic expression. It is 2 of 5 in the series titled "Examining Algebraic Expressions."
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Wyzant

Wyzant: Factoring Calculator

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The calculator factors expressions by expanding and combining like terms, dividing a greatest common factor, and identifying between two squares or factorable trinomials. An example expression and quick-start guide are included.
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University of Regina (Canada)

University of Regina: Math Central: Lesson: Mr. Z's 5 Minute Game of Geometric Pandemonium

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Students make a series of geometric drawings of points, obtuse angles, rays, polygons, and the like. Each child is given one but not allowed to show anyone else. The drawing is then taped to the back of the child in front of them. The...
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Literary Elements

For Teachers 3rd - 6th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart allows students to be actively engaged in identifying and describing story elements. It uses the Learning Focus lesson plan format, such as an activator, graphic organizers, modeling,...
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Plate Interactions Challenge

For Students 3rd - 8th
Identify real-world cases of boundary interactions and predict the most likely future geologic outcomes. In the lightning round, unscramble four geologic terms.