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Pythagorean Theorem Spreadsheet

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Studetns use a spreadsheet to organize data on the sides of a triangle. They use the Pythagorean Theorem and the If then spreadsheet function to decide whether the three sides determine a right triangle. Students work individual...
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Rounding to the nearest ten

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders use a hundreds chart and number line to round to the nearest ten.  In this rounding numbers to ten lesson, 3rd graders navigate an online activity to round numbers.  Students complete a worksheet and share...
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Science in History Part I: the Abacus To the Modern Computer

For Students 5th - 6th
For this math information worksheet, students read one page factual accounts of the early math inventions of the abacus, the calculator and early computers. There are 40 questions to answer about the reading.
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Excel for Beginners

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this Excel lesson, students set a formula to check their homework. Students also use clipart, work in groups, and learn to use the tools in the drop-down list.
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Local Linearity

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
In order to investigate local linearity, students graph the function on the TI-calculator and zoom to observe the change in slope on the line. They incorporate technology to visualize these problems.
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Modeling Atoms

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create an atomic model using a computer program. For this technology lesson, students identify the difference between radius and diameter. They create circular patterns and spheres based on certain specifications.
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Living on Your Own -- Let's Calculate the Cost!

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students review basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, finding averages, and working with percentages. They see how these skills apply to real life situations.
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A Fraction of the Possibilities

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
Students review the conversion of fractions to decimals, develop strategies to compare fractions perform complex calculations using ratio techniques similar to the construction of fractions.
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Binomial Multiplication

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners explore binomial multiplication through the use of technology. Using a graphing calculator, you pupils enter the binomial expression into Y1, multiply the binomials and enter that result into Y2, and combine like terms and enter...
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Hunter Fred's Quest for Dinner

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners solve problems using trigonometric functions, specifically a problem about a tree stand. Pupils try to maximize the distance of hunting sight given certain restrictions. They use the Pythagorean Theorem, sine, cosine, and...
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REAL LIFE REAL WORLD Activity - Surveyor

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate surveying in this secondary mathematics lesson. They will explore a real world application of geometry and trigonometry as they create a plot plan using a geometry utility and calculate the area of the land parcel.
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How to Graph in Excel

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders construct data graphs on the Microsoft Excel program. In this statistics lesson, 4th graders formulate questions and collect data. Students represent their results by using Excel.
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Paper Towel Structure

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students investigate technology and its purpose in the workplace. In this geometry lesson, students design and build a paper towel structure to investigate motion and forces. They are given a restricted weight and asked to build their...
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Quilt Squared

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students study West Virginia quilts. For this mathematics lesson, students use symmetry, geometric shapes, and patterns to create their own quilt square.
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Creating AB Patterns

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students work with patterns. For this pattern lesson, students find AB patterns in nature and the manmade world. They create their own AB pattern using math manipulatives and visual arts. 
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Follow the (exponent) Laws!

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in technology-rich activities with the common goal of strengthening Students' understanding of simplifying expressions that involve exponents. They work in heterogeneous groups to discover the laws of exponents.