Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Algebraic Equations: Algebra/Geometry Institute

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners solve problems using PEMDAS. In this algebraic equations lesson, students evaluate expressions using real number properties. They play "Math Jeopardy" to reinforce the order of operations.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

PEMDAS

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the mneumonic device to help them remember orderof operation. In this algebra instructional activity, 6th graders apply PEMDAS to help them equations. They evaluate equations through PEMDAS.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Keep Those Expressions in “Order”

For Students 6th - 9th
In this operations learning exercise, students write a problem, fill in the PEMDAS table, and simplify any parenthesis first. Then they simplify any powers and perform multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction if necessary.
Lesson Plan
Learn NC

Peanut Butter and Jelly and Order of Operations

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Study order of operations using a peanut butter and jelly sandwich activity as your guide. The class watches you make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich based on a volunteer's instructions. They discuss the importance of following...
Activity
Illustrative Mathematics

Watch Out for Parentheses 1

For Teachers 5th Standards
Parentheses are an important tool in the algebraic toolbox in regard to the structure of the algebraic equation. They are the beginning of the standard order of operations rule, the P in PEMDAS. The central question...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Order of Operations

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders solve equations according to the order of operations. They discuss reasons for following directions by using an analogy of baking a cake. After practicing PEMDAS, 8th graders create and decorate a poster with their own...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Family Letter - Order of Operations and Sequences

For Students 6th - 8th
For this order of operations and sequences worksheet, learners solve 16 short answer problems. Students create an arithmetic sequence by adding seven to a number. Learners perform operations on numbers in various order to see the...
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Calendar Fun Operations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Middle schoolers explore the concept order of operations.  In this order of operations lesson, students make a song about the order of operations in groups.  Middle schoolers practice working problems using order of operations.
Lesson Plan
National Security Agency

A Balancing Act: Solving Multi-Step Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Wow! Put on that thinking cap and solve multi-step equations. To solve equations, learners review the use of the distributive property and combining like terms. This three-day lesson comes with about 20 pages of worksheets, warm-ups,...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Find the Value of Expressions Using the Order of Operations

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Here is another great way to introduce order of operations using "Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally." Pre-determined small groups work cooperatively to solve expressions. Afterward, they write a journal entry to explain the steps they...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra 1: Evaluating Expressions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discover how to apply the order of operations to evaluating algebraic expressions. In pairs, they solve problems by placing the order of operations steps in correct order. As an exit slip, students write paragraphs about an...
Interactive
Shodor Education Foundation

Shodor Interactivate: Order of Operations Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
This activity allows the user to practice order of operations with addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, exponents, and parentheses.
Unit Plan
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Spreadsheet Software: M2: L1: From the Ground Up: Create Basic Formulas

For Students 9th - 10th
In Module 2 Lesson 1 of this course on spreadsheets, students begin learning how to create formulas in a spreadsheet. They learn also about the importance of remembering the correct order of operations. Includes slideshow tutorials.
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Wyzant

Wyzant: Order of Operations Worksheet

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
At this site from WyzAnt, students can practice their use of Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally with these ten questions before revealing the step-by-step work and checking their answers. Knowledge of the FOIL Method and the rules of...
Activity
Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Practice With Order of Operations

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you need a place to practice applying the order of operations this is it. A nice feature here is that you can click on the answer and also see a step-by-step listing of how to correctly solve each problem.