Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 4: Linear and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Sequences and series are traditionally thought of as topics for the pre-calculus or calculus class, when learners are figuring out how to develop limits. But this unit uses patterns and slopes of linear functions in unique ways...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebra: Addition and Subtraction Equations

For Students 5th - 7th Standards
In this algebra practice worksheet, students use their math skills to solve 15 equations that require them to add and subtract decimal numbers.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations (Single Step Problems)

For Students 5th - 7th
In this solving equations practice worksheet, students sharpen their problems solving skills as they solve 24 single step equations.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations

For Students 5th - 6th
In this solving equations worksheet, students practice their math skills as they solve 24 single step equations that require them to solve for x.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pizza Topping Combinations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners brainstorm pizza toppings and determine the number of possible ways to order a pizza. For this algebra lesson, students analyze and investigate geometric patterns as they relate to the concept of a variable. Learners then...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Word Problems that Use All Operations

For Students 5th - 7th
Although this word problem could be solved without algebra, it is an ideal way to incorporate algebraic equations and variables for easier solutions. The answer is explained below, so use this as an all-class warm up and cover up the...
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

How Many Solutions?

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Determining the number of solutions is an important stepping stone to higher math. In this case, the resource asks algebra pupils to find a second linear equation for a certain solution of a system. When one is asked for a linear...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Completing the Square (part 2)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Give classes confidence in completing the square with a resource that develops the process of completing the square of more complex problems, including fractions and values greater than one. It then uses quadratic modeling for...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Multi-Step Equations

For Students 8th - 9th
In this multi-step equation, students solve for the unknown. Equations contain at least two operations, addition, subtraction and/or multiplication. Students use their algebra steps to solve 26 problems on the two pages. The remaining...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve quadratic functions through factoring and graphing. They solve for the area of a rectangular area. There are 20 questions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Equations of Lines Perpendicular and Parallel

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations using one and two steps. They solve systems of equations using substitution and elimination with graphing. There are links for ready made tests and quizzes.
Worksheet
Helping with Math

#5: Addition & Subtraction Equations (1 of 2)

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Single-step addition or subtraction operations are applied in order to solve these 12 simple equations. An answer key is available, not so much for you, but perhaps to be used by learners as a self-correction tool. Note that the...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Let Algebra Tiles Solve Equations for You

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars practice solving algebra equations utilizing model tiles.  For this algebra lesson, students observe a clip from the movie Homeward Bound and break the action down into an algebraic equation.  Young scholars...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra I: The Play

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students create their plays to demonstrate concepts from Algebra I. They collaborate in small groups to add music and dancing to their plays. They analyze the suggestions from the previous class as they revise their plays.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Equations Worksheet

For Students 6th - 8th
In this math instructional activity, middle schoolers create and solve equations with the help of Algebra Tiles. Then they apply formulas for geometry to find the perimeter of a polygon.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graph Dynamic Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore the concept of linear equations. In this linear equation lesson, students change parameters of an equation and notice the effect it has on its graph.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra I: The Play

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students revise their Algebra plays. They collaborate in small groups to work on different aspects of the play and report to the class. They make modifications to their plans and review the Musical Rubric to incorporate the concepts...
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Conference Tables

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils analyze a pattern of conference tables to determine the number of tables needed and the number of people that can be seated for a given size. Individuals develop general formulas for the two growing number patterns and...
Assessment
Noyce Foundation

Toy Trains

For Teachers 6th - 7th Standards
Scholars identify and continue the numerical pattern for the number of wheels on a train. Using the established pattern and its inverse, they determine whether a number of wheels is possible. Pupils finish...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Weighted Averages

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Weighted averages can be tricky to explain! However, this study guide makes it easy for teachers by including definitions, explanations, and breaking down problems into three steps. Includes mixture problems and uniform motion problems.
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Another Computational Model of Solving a Linear System

For Teachers 8th Standards
The process of elimination really works! Use elimination when substitution isn't doing the job. The 29th segment in a series of 33 introduces the elimination method to solving linear systems. Pupils work several exercises to grasp the...
Activity
Curated OER

Algebra 2 Desmos Graphing Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Encourage class members to get creative with functions. Pairs write their names and draw pictures using a graphing application with a collaborative graphic project. The resource provides the requirements for the project, as well as a...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Relationships Between Two Numerical Variables

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Is there another way to view whether the data is linear or not? Class members work alone and in pairs to create scatter plots in order to determine whether there is a linear pattern or not. The exit ticket provides a quick way to...
Handout
Charleston School District

Solving Systems with Substitutions

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
How many large and small watermelons did he sell? Just use the given information to write and solve a system of equations! The two videos accompanying the lesson explain the substitution method and then introduce problem solving. The...