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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.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Solving Word Questions
A tutorial that explains how to solve word problems. It points out key words that signal operations or what is being measured, and wording that is confusing and needs to be simplified. Presents lots of examples, both simple and complex,...
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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...
US Department of Education
Helping Your Child Learn Math: Math on the Go
Parents and children explore math in the world around them in this collection of math activities. Simple, engaging, and fun, these lessons offer learners the opportunity to discover math even when they're "on the go." An excellent...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Linear Equations
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains solving linear equations, from the basic form ax+b=c up through equations with variables on both sides and with parentheses. There are example problems solved, problems for the student...
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Elementary Level Problems 1999
Pre-service Faculty of Education students from the University of Regina created this collection of real-world math problems that address Saskatchewan elementary mathematics content. The problems are geared towards students in grades four...
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.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Math Space Odyssey: How Much Do You Weigh in Outer Space?
Demonstrate the ability to apply the use of decimals, fractions, ratios and proportions to situations based upon given information about planets in the solar system.
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...
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Solving Linear Inequalities
This tutorial will show you how to use various properties of inequalities in order to solve linear inequalities and how to graph solution sets on a number line. Offers several examples showing you steps to solving inequalities and...
Wyzant
Wyzant: Solve by Factoring
This resource examines how to solve equations by factoring and provides step-by-step solutions. Includes links to an equation calculator and practice problems.
PBS
Pbs: Word Problems Using Addition and Subtraction of Fractions: Harry Gets Locked Up
This video features Harry and his cousin Harley. Harley is desperate to use Harry's bike, but first he must decipher the combination to the bike lock by solving a word problem. In the accompanying classroom activity, students complete a...
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: Variation
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains direct and inverse variation. 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...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Multiplying and Dividing Radicals
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains multiplying and dividing radical expressions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to...
Iowa State University
Math Jeopardy
It's time for Jeopardy. Detailed directions and suggested game questions are given for Math Jeopardy. Questions are attached in a PDF file that can be downloaded and printed.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Web Math: Solve a Linear Equation Involving One Unknown
This WebMath site explains how to enter your equation with one variable and solve for that variable. It explains step-by-step how to solve the equations and gives the final solutions.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Solving Linear Equations
Through this tutorial, you'll learn strategies and definitions that will help you solve linear equations. Example problems with step-by-step solutions and practice exercises with answers and explanations make this resource perfect for...
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...
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Equations That Are Quadratic in Form
Using this tutorial, you'll learn to solve quadratic equations by viewing step-by-step equations and video explanations and by completing practice problems.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Systems of Nonlinear Equations
Learn how to solve a system of nonlinear equations using the substitution and the elimination methods. This tutorial offers definitions, problems and step-by-step solutions, and practice exercises for you to complete and check.