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Nz Maths Problem Solving Lesson Plans: Level 1
NZMaths, a New Zealand teacher resource, provides lesson plans for learners in algebra, geometry, measurement, numbers, statistics, logic and reasoning.
US Department of Education
Helping Your Child Learn Math: Math for the Fun of It
This compilation of math activities engages parents and children in the use of math whenever they are at home. Packed with concise, high interest activities, related illustrations, detailed "parent pointers," and easy to following...
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University of Waterloo (Canada)
Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing: Ratio and Rate [Pdf]
Learners explore the concepts of rate and ratio in a variety of problem-solving situations. Worksheets contain definitions and visual representations of concepts. Link to related ratio game. Other skills include measurement, data...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Suzanne Alejandre: Pirate Diamond Activity
An interesting small-group activity that will engage students in problem solving, reasoning, and communicating their mathematical thoughts with eachother. The materials needed for the project and the steps the teacher should assist the...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Telling Time Word Problems
In this exercise, students practice telling time word problems. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get step-by-step elapsed time hints and try questions repeatedly. CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.1 Tell and write...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Math in Daily Life
Read about what math has to do with cooking, chances of winning a game, even decorating your home. Teachers may want to peruse this site for ideas about real world applications in their lesson planning.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Reaction Timer
Whether you're responding to a starting pistol or hitting a ball served by your opponent, reaction times are enormously important in sport. This activity includes both an interactive computer test of reaction times and suggestions for a...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Quadratic Equations
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the quadratic equations, including how to solve them by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Equations With Fractions
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains solving equations with fractions by finding the least common multiple of the denominators and clearing the fractions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Two Variable Inequalities Word Problems
Solve word problems that involve linear inequalities in two variables. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: The Slope of a Straight Line
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the slope of a line. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who have been absent or...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Functions
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains functions and function notation. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who have...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Rectangular Coordinates
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the Cartesian coordinate system. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who have...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Time Differences
In this exercise, students practice determinging time differences. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get step-by-step hints and try questions repeatedly. CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.A.1 Tell and write time to the...
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables
This tutorial will show you how to solve a system of linear equations in three variables by using the elimination method. Complete with definitions, example problems with step-by-step solutions, and practice exercises for you to complete...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Classic Problems From the Dr. Math Archives
Several classics in the world of math are demonstrated on this Math Forum site. Clear explanations are given for each problem and links are included for extensions.
Beacon Learning Center
Beacon Learning Center: Cameron's Trip
Students solve multiplication and division real-world problems in this interactive web lesson.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Resources for Teaching Math: Algebra Tiles
Try this hands-on approach to solving algebra problems with this interactive website. Students are able to "solve equations, substitute in variable expressions, expand, and factor".
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Games Frogs
Use this interactive game to improve your knowledge and understanding of patterns and algebra. Can you describe a rule to follow where you make the least moves? Just follow the instructions below it.
Writing Fix
Writing Fix: Ace: Writing Mathematics [Pdf]
In this graphic organizer, steps for solving word problems are included. Questions for students to ask themselves for what to do to "answer" [A], "computer" [C], "check" [C], and "explain" [E] are included. [Requires Adobe Reader.]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Quadratic Word Problems (Standard Form)
Solve real-world word problems that involve quadratic models. In this exercise, that models are given in standard form. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Nctm: Ask Dr. Math: Solving Inequalities
In response to a student question about solving an inequality, "Dr. Math" provides a general discussion of what is necessary to solve these types of problems.
Math Planet
Math Planet: Pre Algebra: Ratios and Percent: Rates and Ratios
Explains what rates and ratios are and how they are different. Shows how to solve an example problem about ratios and presents a video demonstrating how to show a ratio as a fraction or a decimal. [1:52]
University of Nottingham
Mathematics Assessment Project: Modeling Population Growth: Having Kittens
This lesson unit guides students in developing strategies for modeling problems. The task focuses on investigating a cat shelter's claims about the rate of cat population growth. The unit includes a full lesson plan, examples of student...