Curated OER
Solving Algebraic Equations: Algebra/Geometry Institute
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.
Curated OER
PEMDAS
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.
Curated OER
Keep Those Expressions in “Orderâ€
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.
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Peanut Butter and Jelly and Order of Operations
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...
Illustrative Mathematics
Watch Out for Parentheses 1
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...
Curated OER
Order of Operations
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...
Curated OER
Family Letter - Order of Operations and Sequences
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...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Calendar Fun Operations
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.
National Security Agency
A Balancing Act: Solving Multi-Step Equations
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,...
Curated OER
Find the Value of Expressions Using the Order of Operations
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...
Curated OER
Algebra 1: Evaluating Expressions
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...
Shodor Education Foundation
Shodor Interactivate: Order of Operations Quiz
This activity allows the user to practice order of operations with addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, exponents, and parentheses.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Spreadsheet Software: M2: L1: From the Ground Up: Create Basic Formulas
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.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Order of Operations Worksheet
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...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Practice With Order of Operations
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.