ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Authentic Writing and Math Problem Solving Using Shopping Lists
We're going shopping in this integrated lesson. Young scholars must make a budget, create a shopping list, and act out grocery shopping utilizing their problem solving and writing skills. A comprehensive lesson with printable worksheets,...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Keep Going! Building a Culture of Perseverance in Math
This learning module includes several lessons that will help coach secondary students to have perseverance in math class. This module addresses the Problem Solving and Perseverance standard from the Common Core Standards for Mathematical...
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Better Lesson: Criteria for Success: Story Problem
Students learn the basics of "Modeling with Mathematics" (CCSS.MP.4) as they practice putting their thinking on paper in this beginning of year lesson. This lesson includes a video tutorial, differentiated worksheets based on skill...
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Better Lesson: Solving Subtraction Number Stories in Space
Students will be able to solve subtraction word problems using objects.
PBS
Pbs: Black Kingdoms of the Nile
A geometry lesson that examines the history and structure of ancient pyramids and engages students in constructing pyramid models. A comprehensive lesson that considers students with diverse learning styles. Math concepts introduced...
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Better Lesson: Math'n It Up!
Given a two-step word problem students will be ask to solve, and create their own math model of the given problem.
Other
Algebra Lab: Word Lesson: Vectors Right Triangles Components and Resultants
Solve problems using vectors that involve velocity, speed, direction, and magnitude. Includes examples and practice problems. Click on the buttons under the practice questions to see the solutions.
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Better Lesson: Using the Multiplication and Division Relationship to Solve
Third graders can solve multiplication and division problems quickly by recognizing the relationship between the two operations.
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Better Lesson: Manipulation Central
Not everyone solves a problem in the same way. Reinforcing that different strategies can be used effectively is the goal of this lesson.
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Better Lesson: Using a Ratio Table
The ratio table is a tool that students can use to solve a variety of problems.
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Better Lesson: Tubing Tens Cool Off With an Imaginary River Adventure
If you know how to count by tens, you can solve multiplication problems in which ten is a factor.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Estimation Station
During this instructional activity, students will learn the difference between estimation and guessing. Knowing how to estimate is an essential skill that will help students determine approximate totals as well as check the...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Linear Quadratic Systems
A lesson, practice exercise, and resource for use when planning classroom instruction on linear quadratic systems. Find definitions, example equations and graphs, a four-question quiz with solutions, and an activity through which...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What's an Algorithm?
An algorithm is a method of solving problems both big and small. Though computers run algorithms constantly, humans can also solve problems with algorithms. David J. Malan explains how algorithms can be used in seemingly simple...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Applications of Inverse Trigonometric Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Here you'll learn how to apply inverse trig functions to solve problems you would see in real-life situations.
Discovering Egypt
Discovering Ancient Egypt: Egyptian Mathematics Numbers Hieroglyphs
Challenge yourself and see if you can solve these math problems using Egyptian hieroglyphics. Egyptians excelled in mathematics and this lesson will help you understand hieroglyphic numbers. A podcast is included that explains the Rhind...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Linear Quadratic Systems
The mathematics tutorial explores how to solve linear and quadratic systems of equations. The lesson consists of class notes, calculator tips, examples, and practice problems with solutions. The teacher resource includes a worksheet that...
University of Nebraska Omaha
Ec Ed Web: How Can Big Business Make Money From Tariffs?
In this activity, students investigate the impact of tariffs on businesses and consumers during the 1880s by looking at a political cartoon, solving a short math problem, and comparing protectionism between time periods. They then...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Burst Into Jolly Multiplication/division Factors
The following lesson will serve as a hands-on math activity reviewing the 2's and 3's multiplication and division factors. Learners will examine the relationship between multiplication and division using Starburst and Jolly Rancher candy...