Lesson Plan
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Solving a System by Substitution

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Solving systems by substitution can be a challenging topic in algebra I. Here is a lesson that builds on students' understanding of intercepts to begin the process of substitution, and all work is reinforced graphically to build...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Linear Systems in Three Variables

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Put all that algebra learning to use! Using algebraic strategies, learners solve three-variable systems. They then use the three-variable systems to write a quadratic equation given three points on the parabola.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Systems by the Elimination Method

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils solve equations by elimination and use the TI to graph the lines and find the point of intersection.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Worksheet 24 - Derivative

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this derivative worksheet, students identify second derivatives and find the directional derivative of a function. They also list the extremes and saddle points of a function. This one-page worksheet contains seven multi-step problems.
Lesson Plan
Texas Instruments

Points, Lines, and Planes

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve problems dealing with points, lines and planes. In this geometry lesson, students differentiate between parallel lines and planes. They find the intersection of lines and planes.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Maximum and Minimum Points

For Students 11th - 12th
In this maximum and minimum points worksheet, students solve and complete 12 various types of problems. First, they find the area of the smallest triangle given the point of intersection. Then, students find the volume of a box that has...
Lesson Plan
EduGAINs

Introduction to Solving Linear Systems

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Word problems offer class members an opportunity to learn the concept of solving linear systems using graphs. Individuals choose a problem based upon preferences, break into groups to discuss solution methods and whether there...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your algebra learners analyze and interpret the general form and the graph of two functions. The increase of the function due to the multiplicative factor is emphasized.
Lesson Plan
Illustrative Mathematics

Summer Swimming

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Here is a real-world application for systems of equations. When is it better to pay an enrollment fee and lower daily rate, and when is it better to pay the regular price? The local swim center is having a special offer, reductions in...
Worksheet
1
1
Curated OER

Quick Graphs of Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Graph equations of lines using the slope-intercept method or by plotting both x and y intercepts. Determine if two lines are parallel or perpendicular by comparing their slopes. This handout includes step-by-step directions and four...
Activity
5280 Math

Triangle Area Patterns

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Combine algebraic and geometric strategies to find solutions. The task asks learners to find the coordinates of a third vertex of a triangle to create a triangle with a specific area. The project is a set of seven problems that...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matrix Analysis of Networks

For Teachers 9th - 11th
  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...
Worksheet
CPM

Using Equal Values Method or Substitution

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
Math whizzes solve and complete 20 different problems. Problems are solved using the substitute, or the equal values method. Learners also create their own systems of equations based on word problems. 
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphing Systems of Equations

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders use graphing to determine the solution to a system of linear equations.  The two page activity contains explanation and three guided problems.  Answers are not included. 
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Bisectors of Triangles

For Teachers 10th
In this geometry worksheet, 10th graders solve problems involving the perpendicular bisectors and angle bisectors of a triangle and their points of concurrency.  The one page worksheet contains sixteen questions.  Answers...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Systems of Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this systems of equations learning exercise, students use a graphing calculator to solve systems of equations. Examples and step-by-step instructions for using the graphing calculator are provided. This two-page learning exercise...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Using a Graph to Solve a System of Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students use graphing to solve a system of linear equations.  The one page worksheet contains one multiple choice question.  Answer is included.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Numerical Analysis: Solving Systems Of Non-Linear Equations

For Students Higher Ed
For this numerical analysis worksheet, students solve systems of non-linear equations. Examples and explanation are provided. This two-page worksheet contains approximately three problems.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Worksheet 3.5 Simultaneous Equations

For Students 8th - 9th
In this simultaneous equations instructional activity, students solve and complete 7 various types of problems. First, they solve graphically the system of equations shown. Then, students find the number of solutions that each pairs of...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Graphs

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra learning exercise, students calculate the point of intersection between a circle and a straight line. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lesson Plan One: Points, Lines, Rays

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore basic geometric terms. Pupils draw a physical picture of a scene that illustrates at least five geometric terms. Partners exchange drawings and locate the illustration of geometric terms in the drawing.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Standard Form of a Linear Equation

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, learners examine the equation of a line in standard form to determine the slope and y-intercept and determine the missing coordinate of an ordered pair.  The one page worksheet contains eight...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2007 - Perimeter of Polygons

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders find the perimeters of polygons and use perimeters to form polygons. In this perimeter lesson, 6th graders study vocabulary associated with finding perimeter such as polygon, line segment, variable, and formula. They make...
Worksheet
Curated OER

The Intercepts of a Line

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students  calculate the slope and intercept of a line given an equation.  There are 8 questions with an answer key.