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System of Two Quadratic Inequalities

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Learners graph a quadratic inequality and describe its solution set. They solve a system of quadratic equalities graphically and symbolically and as related to a real-world context.
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Choose or Lose: The Electoral Process

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students examine the local and national election process. In groups, they brainstorm a list of the issues important to them and compare them to an overall list of issues present in the election. They analyze graphs and complete...
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How Many Toothpicks?

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students investigate different geometric patterns. For this geometry lesson, students create different shapes using toothpicks. They create different patterns and designs and complete a charts using different measurements.
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Unit Perimeters and Areas

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students use Geometers SketchPad to find the area and perimeter of several shapes. In this geometry lesson, students determine area of rectangles and progress through irregular polygons. None of the referenced worksheets are included...
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Two-Step Equations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders work through a two-step equation with their teacher. After reviewing one-step equations, they complete a worksheet using tiles and colored pencils to complete two-step equations. To end the lesson, they write out the step...
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Describing Patterns

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders investigate repeating and growing patterns. Models, graphs and words are used to describe, extend and represent patterns. Students use evidence from models and graphs to support the identification of patterns.
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Graphing Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders extend skills for representing and solving linear equations to linear inequalities. Lesson activities build understanding and skill by plotting ordered pairs of numbers that either satisfy or do not satisfy a given...
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Human Coordinate Plane, Using the Distance Formula

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils write the distance formula to solve equations for finding the distance between 2 points. In this distance formula lesson plan, students also write sentences explaining why their formulas would work.
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Extending Pattern Understandings

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students use shapes and manipulatives to demonstrate patterns. In this patterns lesson plan, students also break up patterns to identify a pattern unit.
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I Can Do This! Systems of Equations

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students solve systems of 2-by-2 linear equations using tables, graphs and substitution. In small groups, classmates work together to discover strategies for solving equations. They use a calculator to graphically represent their answers.
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Solving Systems by Substitution

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve systems of linear equations using substitution. They investigate the steps to solving linear equations by substitution and practice problems in small groups.
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Functions and the Vertical Line Test

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners explore the concept of functions. For this function lesson, students determine if the graph is a function by using the vertical line test. Learners use an applet to explore the vertical line test on a variety of graphs.
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Curve Fitting and the TI-85 Calculator

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders follow a step-by-step guide for using graphing calculator to determine equations which best fit data graphed. They gather data from various sites on the web, or they do searches to find information necessary to complete...
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Discovering Growth Patterns

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explain the differences between linear (arithmetic) and exponential (geometric) growth. They use worksheets imbedded in this lesson to help them make predicitions and graph data points.
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Patterns In Hexagon Tables

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders construct a rule about the number of sides found in a pattern of hexagons. In this mathematical problem solving instructional activity, 6th graders observe different hexagon patterns and create a rule about the relationship...
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Every Graph Tells A Story

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore linear equations.  In this graphing instructional activity, 7th graders explore constant rates of change.  Students discover the real-life application of graphs and demonstrate their ability to read...
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Functions Made Easy

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore concept of functions as relationships, as machines, as equations, and as graphs.
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The Function Box

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students explore arithmetic and numerical patterns. After observing a teacher created function box, students describe a pattern and predict what will "come out" of the function box. They explore patterns such as geometric shapes,...
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Connecting Measurement

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners participate in activities the connect measurement to geometry, statistics, estimation, and the real world. They collect measurements from their elbow to the tip of their middle finger and make a box plot of the data as well as...
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Graphing Linear Equations - With Table

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students describe relations and graph linear functions. After studying a geometric shape and a verbal statement, students contrast the differences between the verbal statement and the picture. They determine functions and graph...
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Squaring Function of Natural Numbers

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete problems where they use the definition of exponents to expand the squaring function of natural numbers. In this squaring natural numbers lesson plan, 8th graders also identify squares form 0 - 12 and complete a...
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Pattern Search

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders review the commutative and associative property in mathematics. Using a worksheet, they work together to identify the patterns between the 32 triangles. To end the lesson, they create their own array and exchange it with...
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Distance over Time

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students analyze velocity and how it is determined. They experiment with velocity in order to measure and calculate the magnitude of speed. They use examples in their novel "Skateboard Renegade" to relate velocity to real life situations.
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Forces in a Climb

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use a NASA website to use a given formula to find acceleration and distance after a specific time and how it relates to engine propulsion.