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Curated OER

Rows of Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students generate patterns from a structured situation, find a rule for the general term, and express it in words and symbols. They also devise and use problem solving strategies in a systematic way.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Discovering Growth Patterns

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars 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.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Linear Systems

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this multiplication of vectors worksheet, students prove that the dot product operation is commutative. They normalize a vector so it has the same direction with a magnitude of one. Students use the angle formula to confirm...
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Odell Education

Matching Representations

For Students 8th Standards
Pupils explore the many representations of linear functions by completing a matching activity to connect the multiple representations of a function. They then reinforce the connection as individuals create the different representations...
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Inside Mathematics

Two Solutions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Many problems in life have more than one possible solution, and the same is true for advanced mathematics. Scholars solve seven problems that all have at least two solutions. Then three higher-level thinking questions challenge them to...
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Squares and Circles

For Teachers 8th Standards
It's all about lines when going around. Pupils graph the relationship between the length of a side of a square and its perimeter. Class members explain the origin in context of the side length and perimeter. They compare the graph to the...
Assessment
EngageNY

Mid-Module Assessment Task: Grade 6 Math Module 4

For Students 6th Standards
Halfway through the module — the perfect time for an assessment. The 18th installment of a 36-part series is a mid-module assessment. Scholars provide evidence of understanding through various mathematical and contextual problems.
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Curated OER

The Demise of Copper's Trading Power

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders evaluate statistical equations. They examine data from archaeologists at Jamestown, complete statistical equations using the sets of data, and graph the results.
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Curated OER

"How Many Snails?" by Robert Wells

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students represent algebraic patterns in various ways.
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Curated OER

M&M Exponential Activity

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students create a scatter plot of their experimental data. In this algebra lesson, students use M&M's to determine an algebraic model. They discuss results in class.
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Curated OER

Get Your Numbers in Shape - TI-83

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
High Schoolers use the TI-83 calculator to produce a sequence, explore patterns and find a linear or quadratic equation for a given pattern. They use inductive reasoning to make conjectures about patterns. They find the Y-value of a...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore functions, function rules, and data tables. They explore terms of linear functions. Students use computers to analyze the functions. Students write short sentences to explain data tables and simple algebraic expressions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Himalayan Herds: Fractional Exponential Growth

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve problems by identifying exponential growth and decay and differentiating between patterns, relation and functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students apply concepts of exponential growth to solve problems.
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Curated OER

Transformations and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders study graphing exponential functions. In this transformations instructional activity, 10th graders apply inquiry to determine how changes to a parent function affect its graph. Students analyze transformed graphs and...
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Curated OER

Rhinos and M&M's

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars analyze patterns of exponential models by collecting data in paper folding and M&M investigations. They use graphing calculators to create scatter plots that lead to equations for the exponential models. They then...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Introduction to Fractals: Geometric Fractals

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study and observe the patterns made by the areas of the Sierpinski Triangle. Students use the computer to draw two or three iterations to discover the number patterns. Students complete worksheets based on Geometric Fractals.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Slope of Line

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students calculate the slope of a line. They graph a linear equation given the slope and y-intercept and identify the slope and y-intercept given a linear graph. There are 15 questions.
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Curated OER

Geometric Fractals and the Chaos Game

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students define fractals and patterns. They explore how a seemingly random process can result in a pattern. Students practice probability and fractions skills by playing the chaos game online.
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Curated OER

TI-89 Activities for PreCalculus and AP Calculus

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Using the TI-89 calculator, students explore the statistical, graphical and symbolic capabilities of the TI-89.  Students investigate topics such as solving systems of equations, finding inverse functions, summations, parametrics...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Exploring Real Numbers

For Students 11th
In this algebra learning exercise, 11th graders classify numbers as rational, irrational, integral and whole. They solve the equations and graph i ton a number line. There are 26 questions with an answer key.
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Curated OER

Meet the Neighbors: Planets Around Nearby Stars

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Learners explain why a transiting planet causes a periodic dimming in the light from its parent star. They determine the radius of a planet, and its orbital distance, by analyzing data and manipulating equations. Students compare the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphs involving Exponential Functions

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students graph exponential functions and analyze it for growth and decay. There are 9 problems with an answer key.
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students factor trinomials. In this algebra lesson, students identify the different integers making up the trinomial and use the special pattern to factor them. They continue to model the equations and how to factor correctly.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Guess My Rule

For Students 9th
In this algebra worksheet, 9th graders are given the x value of an equation and they must figure out the y value. This assignment is meant for alone time and not group work. There is an answer key.