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Learning to use and understand a database
Second graders were given a research paper and they were to answer the questions using the information found on the website. The website was a dictionary where the students would click on the letter to where they would go to find the...
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Consistent Circles
Students create a design of a circle. In this geometry lesson, students identify the measure of the diameter and radius of a circle. They graph and analyze their collected data and write equations based on direct variation.
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Solutions, Solutions, Could it Be?
Students graph and solve linear system of equations. In this algebra lesson, students use algebraic and graphing methods to solve their systems. They find the point of intersection for their solution and draw inference from their data.
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Negative Exponents
Students solve negative exponential functions. In this algebra lesson, students define the properties for rewriting functions with negative and zero exponents. They use a robot to create a visual of what is happening to the negative...
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Pythagorean Theorem
Students find the different ratios of a triangle. For this geometry lesson, students use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for missing sides and angles on a right triangle. They use a robot to create a right triangle.
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Apple Logic and Problem Solving
Learners examine apple production in the United States. In this interdisciplinary lesson, students use problem solving strategies introduced to solve math problems associated with apple production in the United States. Student collect...
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Robot Cartography
Students identify points plotted on the coordinate plane. In this geometry lesson, students learn to read a map using concepts of a coordinate plane grid. They find the path given a map to tell them where to go.
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Technology - Chaos Theory Lab
Ninth graders gain an understanding of Chaos Theory that exists in one's everyday environment.
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How Far Am I Traveling
Students solve for missing sides using the Pythagorean theorem. In this algebra instructional activity, students derive the six trigonometric values using the right triangle. They relate the Pythagorean theorem to the distance formula.
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Growing Circles
Students identify the equation to represent a circle. For this algebra lesson, students review properties of conics and how they are related. they use a robot to create a visual of circles and their application to the real world.
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Where am I Located
Students calculate and find a certain location. For this geometry lesson, students examine a coordinate plane for pair of coordinates. They calculate the distance between point using the distance formula and estimation.
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Computer Olympics
Young scholars compete to achieve excellence in math facts, writing terms, problem solving, and writing skills on the computer. In this Computer Olympics lesson plan, students practice the skill of drill and practice in order to succeed...
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A Point of Intersection
Students factor and solve systems of equation. In this algebra lesson, students identify the point of intersection using substitution, elimination and graphing. They write an equation given a system and a graph.
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Proportions a/b=c/d
Learners calculate distance and proportion of objects. In this algebra lesson, students define proportion and how it is used in math. They solve the problem through guided instruction.
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Amazing Consistent Ratios
Students derive the six trigonometric identities. In this trigonometry lesson, students find the ratios of sine, cosine and tangent using the right triangle. They use properties of the Pythagorean Theorem to find the trig identities.
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Math Internet Scavenger Hunt
Students utilize online research skills to surf the Internet and complete an online scavenger hunt to find the answers to various mathematical questions.
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Don't Lose Your Load!
Young scholars create graphs using collected data. In this algebra lesson, students use spreadsheet in Excel to create graphs to interpret their data and make predictions. They rewrite word problems using algebraic expressions.
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Robot Ramps
Students write the slope of a linear equation. In this algebra lesson plan, students follow a robot along a coordinate plane and create an equation to represent the ramp created. They identify the points the ramp passes through.
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How are we Related?
Students differentiate functions based on their domain and range. In this algebra instructional activity, students define function, domain, range and relation. They analyze graphs and coordinate pairs for input and output values making...
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Modeling Spatial Relationships
Students model spatial relationships using math manipulatives. In this spatial relationships lesson, students work with a partner, and either connecting links or linking cubes that are three different colors. They explain to each other...
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Lesson Plan
Eleventh graders will read, write, listen, and speak for information and understanding Key Idea: As listeners and readers, 11th graders will collect data, facts, and ideas, discover relationships, concepts, and generalizations. As...
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Communicate with a Truck Driver
Learners explore the communication methods of truck drivers and their experiences. In this truck driving lesson plan, students use a website, Twitter, and Podcasts to learn about the job of a truck driver and their contributions to...
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Egyptian Weather Lesson
Students chart temperatures in Egypt on spreadsheet to determine how weather conditions affect lifestyles.
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Powerful Polygons
Students scan the classroom to find different common shapes. They listen as the teacher defines polygon and regular polygon. The teacher demonstrates regular polygons via the Internet and the "Math is Fun" web site. Students go outside...