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Worksheet 34
In this math learning exercise, students find the plane perpendicular to the path (t2, t, cos 2πt) at time t = 1/4. Then they determine the location in which the object is moving the fastest.
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Worksheet 26
In this math learning exercise, students use the polar coordinates to find the Euclidian coordinates. Then they compare points on the coordinate plane.
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Working With Angles
For this math worksheet, students collaborate with a "study buddy" or "coach" to learn whether an angle is acute, obtuse or right. Students follow the directions to go through the process of deciding what classification an angle has....
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Functions and Logarithms - Week 4
For this function and logarithm worksheet, students solve function problems by finding the sum of the digits. They use logarithms to solve graphing problems and find the number of prime numbers. This three-page worksheet contains eight...
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Interstate Highway Trip
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders calculate a path taken without repeating and crossing the same path more than once. They are given clues to help-them find the right answer. There is a solution key with his word problem.
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Coordinate Grid: Mapping an Archaeological Site
Middle schoolers examine how archaeologists preserve context of sites through use of rectangular grid or Cartesian coordinate system, and develop sense of distance by pacing off and estimating distances.
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Solving Systems Algebraically
In this algebra lesson, learners solve systems of equations. They solve using substitution and elimination. There are 10 questions.
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Triangle Exterior Angles Theorem
Students identify the measure of missing exterior angles. In this geometry lesson plan,students define and apply the exterior angle theorem to solve problems. They use Cabri software to create different angles and make investigations.
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Gridding a Site
Students establish a grid system over an archaelogical site. They label each grid unit. They determine the location of artifacts within each grid unit. They construct a scientific inquiry concerning the location of artifacts on the site.
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Math: Gears and Wheels
Twelfth graders solve problems involving linear and angular speed. Using information about a compact disc, they solve the problem using multiple rates and conversion factors. Students also solve additional problems involving bicycle...
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Shapes with Sticks
Third graders investigate three dimensional shapes. They examine a variety of shapes and the relationship between the number of faces, edges, and vertices. Students determine Euler's formula and they create a variety of three dimensional...
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Graphing Systems of Equations - Word Problemsr
Students solve word problems which involve graphing systems of equations. After discussing methods of solving word problems, the teacher demonstrates how to solve problems which involve graphing. They work together, at their desks, and...
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Fly on the Ceiling
Fourth graders complete activities to increase their understanding of coordinates. They listen to Julie Glass' book, The Fly on the Ceiling, before playing fly tic-tac-toe and Swat the Flies, in which they use ordered pairs to state the...
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Review Geometry - Week 8 (Triangles)
For this triangle worksheet, students use similar figures to find the length of one side of two similar triangles. They find the area of a triangle inscribed in a rectangle. This two-page worksheet contains eight problems.
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Geometric Figures and the Coordinate Plane
Sixth graders explore geometric figures. In this geometry lesson, 6th graders manipulate properties and relationships of geometric figures to identify objects on the coordinate planes and describe where figures sit on the planes.
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Introducing the Coordinate Plane
Fifth graders practice using estimation. In this estimation lesson, 5th graders add, subtract, multiple, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Students decide upon instances when estimation is more appropriate than...
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Distance And Parallax
High schoolers will determine distances to nearby stars using parallax. In this Astronomy lesson plan, students will use a web program, trigonometry, and sketches to determine the distance of stars.
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Traffic Maze Map Puzzle
In this maze puzzle instructional activity, students follow a set of directions given with a map to complete a maze. Page includes links to a solution and additional resources.
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Balance and Gravity
Students examine the concepts of balance. In this balance and gravity lesson students view a demonstration of a leaning tower and see how to find the center of gravity.
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Mr./Ms.Scientist, This Is Your Life
Students create a timeline of ten events in chronological order about a scientist to include his/her accomplishments.
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Origami Frogs
Ninth graders explore a variety of geometry and science concept while making an origami frog. The fold paper into the shape of a frog and conduct measurement activities including frog leaps.
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Geometry House!
Fourth graders use computer drawing tools to create a house of geometric shapes.
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Parabola
Students complete a worksheet and explore the parabola conic section during a web based activitiy. They answer questions based on their work as they make changes in the features of the parabola.