Curated OER
Collecting And Fitting Quadratic Data
Students investigate the concept of using quadratic data to plot coordinates on a plane. They also apply the quadratic formula for a variety of problems with the help of a graphing calculator to draw the parabola for given coordinates.
Curated OER
Finding the Vertex of a Quadratic Function
Students solve quadratic equations and identify the vertex. In this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations and identify the different properties of a parabola. They graph the functions using the vertex and intercepts.
Curated OER
A Study of a Quadratic Function
Learners factor and solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students play a game as the collect and graph data. they identify properties of their parabola and make predictions.
Shodor Education Foundation
Cross Sections
Use this activity on cross-sections of three-dimensional shapes in your math class to work on algebra or geometry Common Core standards. The lesson includes a list of relevent terminology, and a step-by-step process to illustrate the...
Curated OER
Introduction to Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Learners solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students factor and graph linear and quadratic functions. They identify the standard and linear form of each equation.
Curated OER
Connect the Mathematical Dots
Teachers can choose visual activities that demonstrate the elegance associated with the coordinate plane.
Curated OER
Graphing Nonlinear Equations
Students graph non-linear equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students investigate different polynomial functions and their shapes. They identify the different powers and zeros.
Curated OER
Systems of Equations
Young scholars solve systems of equations. In this algebra lesson, students use elimination and substitution to solve for the point of intersection. They use graphing to see where the two lines intersect.
Curated OER
Quadratics: Polynomial Form
Students determine how to use the polynomial form of a quadratic equation to find the location of the vertex on a graph. They determine how changes in the coefficients in a quadratic function affect its vertex on a graph. Students find...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Applications of Parabolas
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Exploring the similarity of parabolas and their use in real world applications
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Equation for an Arch
A student with a summertime carpenter job asks Dr. Math how to draw an arch. Dr. Math responds by showing how the equation of the parabola can be generated by having three distinct points of the parabola known.