There are four activities in this extensive lesson covering the identity matrix and scaling, the linear representation of translations, the linear representation of rotations, and reflections. In small groups, they use the Cabri II...

Learners examine characteristics of a matrix. After identifying the determinant of a matrix, students explore the properties of matrix multiplication. They review the properties of matrix multiplication and identify determinants in a...

Learners explore matrix multiplication and problem solve using matrix multiplication. They design a table that will display cost and profit for three cookie stores. 

Learners investigate matrices by exploring addition, subtraction and multiplication of matrices.  Students find the determinant and inverse of a matrix.  The lesson includes a set of practice problems

Here's a TI step by step guided instructional activity on matrices. The class enters data into the TI calculator about movie ticket sales and uses matrices as a problem solving tool. They add and multiply matrices to determine profit.

In the first of a two-day lesson plan on transformations with matrix notation the class transforms the unit square using general transformations, then calculates the area of the transformed image. They discover it is the same as...

Students add and multiply matrices. They explore the dimensions of products of a matrix. After observing problems on the overhead, students solve their own matrix problems. They list and define the properties of matrix multiplication.

Learn how to investigate matrix multiplication.  In this secondary mathematics lesson, young scholars examine matrix multiplication in the context of a Homes-Rahe stress test which is similar to the process used to score figure...

Perform operations to add, subtract, multiply and divide matrices. Then solve problems with vectors using matrices. A three day lesson: Matrix Madness, Mystical Matrices, and Decode the Encode. The last lesson has prizes that the class...

Doubling a network or combining two networks is quick and easy when utilizing matrices. Learners continue the network example in the second lesson of this series. They practice adding, subtracting, and multiplying matrices by a scalar...

In this finding the products learning exercise, students solve multiplication facts to fill in the blanks in the twelve by twelve grid. Students solve 144 problems. 

Two real-world activities to practice adding, subtracting and multiplying matrices to problem solve. Data from several Pro football quarterbacks is used in one activity to make some predictions based on their stats. Then the class takes...

  Explore the connection between a finite graph, a directed graph, and a matrix. Graph lines and identify the relationship of matrices in real-world scenarios. Then use this information to work with a partner to plan and design a...

Students identify, analyze, and multiply matrices. They determine if various indicated operations are possible through classroom discussion and practice. Finally, students determine matrix product dimensions through problem-solving...

In this matrix equation, students use matrix multiplication to solve matrix equations. Each equation contains a two-by-two matrix. This one-page worksheet is comprised of ten multiplication problems.

The second lesson on finding inverse matrices asks class members to look for a pattern in the inverse matrix and test it to see if it works for all matrices. The teacher leads a discussion to refine the process in finding inverses,...

Wait, let's start over — teach your class how to return to the beginning. The first lesson looking at inverse matrices introduces the concept of being able to undo a matrix transformation. Learners work with matrices with a determinant...

Time for matrices and complex numbers to come together. Individuals use matrices to add and multiply complex numbers by a scalar. The instructional activity makes a strong connection between the operations and graphical transformations.

Calculate the nutrients in different types of dog biscuits. Pupils create a technical report outlining the amount of calcium, protein, and carbohydrates in three types of dog biscuits. The project-based learning activity requires...

In this multiplying matrices worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 11 different problems that include 3 word problems. First, they determine the dimensions of each matrix product. Then, students multiply each of the given matrices....

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders investigate matrix multiplication. The two page worksheet includes instructions and examples and two problems. Solutions are included.   

Go over the basics of matrix multiplication, from checking the dimension of the factors, to applying the distributive property. This worksheet includes directions on when and how to multiply matrices, one example, and a few problems your...

In this matrix multiplication worksheet, students multiply matrices and identify the rotation matrix of a given angle. This two-page worksheet contains examples, explanations and two problems to solve.

In this algebra worksheet, students multiply matrices using the rules for multiplication. If a matrix cannot me multiplied, they write "undefined". There are 16 questions with an answer key.