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Neuron Anatomy Comparison

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a scale model of a motor neuron that is two hundred times larger than the actual neuron. They identify the structures of a neuron and observe neurons under the microscope then use a worksheet to convert actual sizes into...
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Earthquakes

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders demonstrate the mathematical components of a scientific problem as well as illustrate how real world problems can be solved using math. They demonstrate math skills such as rate calculation, graphing, and linear equations.
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A Venetian Carnival

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students read and analyze the story, The Cask of Amontillado, for basic comprehension and to find ironic meanings. They then do research to find why the season of carnival is celebrated around the world, and they view various Web sites...
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Bringing Surrealism into the Digital Realm

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students write a three page article on two famous surrealist artist of their times. Then, they compare and contrast their similarities and document in the article website references used on footnotes. Students also use pre-existing...
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A Walk Through Time

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students investigate the types of footwear worn during ten periods of history.  In this secondary, art/math/social studies lesson, students view documentaries and popular films to study the time periods.  Students research the...
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World Hunger

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students research the causes and effects of world hunger on children. In this world hunger lesson, students discuss causes and effects of hunger around the world and research a specific area affected by hunger. Students prepare a...
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Math TODAY - The New Color of Money

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students work with large numbers when determining the height of a stack of $20 bills.
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Differential Equations and Population Growth

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students determine the size of the population at a given time. They calculate the time at which the population will be a given number. They observe how the population grows at the rate that is directly proportional to the number of...
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Integrating Video in the Classroom

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students look at the use of video in the classroom to enhance lessons. Students apply the strategies that are presented in their own classrooms.
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Worksheet 17

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students suppose that a function f and its derivative f1 are continuous and that there are constants K, a, and M such that |f(t)|< Keat for t ≥ M.
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Worksheet 9

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students test the concepts of divergence and convergence for each formula. Then they test the functions using the Ratio Test.
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Complex Analysis: Path Independence

For Students Higher Ed
In this path independence worksheet, students evaluate contour integrals using the Cauchy-Goursat Theorem. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 5 problems.
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Computer Graphing Calculator Explorations

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the graphing calculator feature on the Macintosh computer to explore some "parent" functions and their translations, combinations, and composites.
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Graphing Square Root

For Students 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, learners graph square root functions. They use translation to move the graph around. There are 4 questions with an answer key.
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How Atoms Work

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars analyze the way atoms function and how they combine to form molecules and various compounds. Using a software program, they create a diagram of an atom and write a summary about their functions. They complete a worksheet...
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Worksheet 2

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students state the definition of a definite integral. Then they describe the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus.
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Complex Analysis: Applications of Cauchy-Goursat

For Students Higher Ed
In this Cauchy-Goursat worksheet, students evaluate integrals, sketch the contour and explain the methods used to evaluate the problem. This two-page worksheet contains approximately six problems.
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Differential Equations

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this differential equations learning exercise, students solve and complete 3 sets of various problems. First, they solve each of the differential equations. Then, students use the given information to evaluate the constant of...
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Taylor Seies

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this calculus activity, students find the Taylor series for each function adn give the interval where the series converges. The two page activity contains nine questions. Answers are not included.
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Velocity

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore the concepts of velocity, acceleration, distance and football. They collect data on the velocity of a football and they determine the distance and height of a football when it is thrown. Students compare their findings...
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Introduction to Taylor Series

For Students Higher Ed
In this Taylor Series worksheet, students explore functions with an infinite series. They complete an integral of convergence and explore the degree of the polynomials. This four-page worksheet contains four multi-step problems.
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Disorders of the Brain

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students, in groups, conduct research about a specific disorder of the brain, create a character study of a person with that brain disorder, and then present the information to the rest of the class.
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AP Calculus Practice Exam

For Students 11th - 12th
In this Calculus activity, students are provided with questions that are reflective of the content of their exam.  Topics covered include derivatives, volume of a solid of rotation, local maximum and minimum, and integration. ...
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Ceramics - Mask making - Sculpture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students design a mask using cultural examples for inspiration - changing the meaning - conveying a special message about the times in which we live.