Lesson Plan
Curated OER

7th Grade Math: Algebra (Distributive Property)

For Teachers 7th
With algebra tiles in hand 7th graders will uncover the wonders of the distributive property of multiplication. They will take a pre-test, define the distributive property, then model and practice using their tiles to solve basic...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Translate Word Phrases and Sentences into Equations

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Use this video to show your learners an example of how to translate word phrases into an equation to solve a real-world problem. The presenter begins with a review of how to use cross products to solve a proportion, including how to do...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Multiply Fractions

For Students 5th - 8th
Elementary and middle schoolers complete 29 multiplication problems that have fractions and mixed...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Inequalities 7.3

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Graph inequalities and discuss the difference in their slopes. Learners observe rate of change as they compare linear, quadratic, and cubic functions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Limits

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students practice the concept of limits graphically, numerically and algebraically. They participate in an exploration lab, BINGO game and complete a puzzle.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Complex Fractions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners divide complex fractions using properties of division and reciprocals. They are to get rid of all negative exponents. There are 48 problems.
Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Hexagons

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scholars find a pattern from a geometric sequence and write the formula for extending it. The worksheet includes a table to complete plus four analysis questions. It concludes with instructional implications for the teacher.
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Integer Exponents

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Fold, fold, and fold some more. In the first installment of a 35-part module, young mathematicians fold a piece of paper in half until it can not be folded any more. They use the results of this activity to develop functions for the area...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Arithmetic Complex Numbers

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra activity, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor theorem.
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Battle to the Death: Adding Integers

For Teachers 4th - 6th Standards
Young scholars explore the concept of adding integers.  In this adding integers lesson, students simulate the battle of the 300 spartans at Thermopylae.  Young scholars use colored game pieces to represent positive and negative...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Multiplying Polynomials

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Help learners study polynomials. They will review how to multiply polynomials either by using the FOIL method if they are multiplying a binomial by another binomial, or by using the distributive property.
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

As If Numbers Weren't Complex Enough Already!

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
The class explores the concept of complex numbers on a website to generate their own Mandelbrot sets. They will practice performing operations with complex numbers and then to get a visual understanding, graph the absolute value of a...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Percent Notation

For Students 7th - 10th
For this algebra worksheet, students divide circles into equal portions as they explore percents and decimals. They convert between decimals and fractions using ratio and proportion. There are 8 questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The football and Braking Distance; Model Data with Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use the quadratic formula to solve application problems. The first problem relates to the path of a football thrown from the top of the bleachers. Students compute the time it will take the football to reach certain heights. In...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Square Root and Other Radical Equations

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders solve equations involving radical equations.  The worksheet provides an explanation and worked examples.  The two page worksheet contains three problems.  Solutions are not...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Graphing Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders extend skills for representing and solving linear equations to linear inequalities. Lesson activities build understanding and skill by plotting ordered pairs of numbers that either satisfy or do not satisfy a given...
Unit Plan
Cuemath

Cuemath: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn more about rational expressions by understanding how to simplify rational expressions step-by-step along with some solved examples and a few interactive questions to test your understanding.
Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Twenty-seven problems present a variety of problems working with simplifying rational expressions. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View...
Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Walk through this tutorial to see exactly how rational expressions are simplified. When you're finished, try the practice problems to see how much you've learned.
Handout
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find a quick, concise explanation of how to simplify rational expressions. Examples are given and clearly explained.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers simplifying rational expressions by eliminating common factors.
Unit Plan
Math Planet

Math Planet: Simplify Rational Expression

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An algebraic expression where both the numerator and the denominator are polynomials e.g.(x+3) / x is called a rational expression. Since the denominator can't be zero there are values of x which are excluded from the rational...
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Have you learned the basics of rational expression simplification? Great! Now gain more experience with some trickier examples.
Unit Plan
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Simplifying Rational Expressions: It's Simple

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn to simplify rational expressions using factoring. Includes a short video [1:37] and a practice problem in a slideshow.