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Odyssey of the Mind

Odyssey of the Mind Curriculum Activity: Made Up Math

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Is there a way to connect creative thinking, logical reasoning, mathematical understanding, and humor? You bet there is! Kids begin by creating creative math quizzes, which require creative thinking to solve. For example, 1+1=24, one...
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Curated OER

Integers

For Teachers 9th
For this integers worksheet, 9th graders solve 16 different types of problems that include writing an integer to represent statements, arranging integers from least to greatest, and using integers to write mathematical expressions. They...
Interactive
Curated OER

Moving Straight Ahead

For Students 9th
In this functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 24 various types of problems. First, they complete the table with the correct distance for each hour given. Then, students enter the coordinate pairs into the function table...
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Choosing a Summer Job

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
What did you do over your summer vacation. Young wage earners must compare summer job options, and determine when each job earn the same amount and what that amount be. This be done by creating, graphing, and solving systems of...
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EngageNY

Why Are Vectors Useful? 2

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Investigate the application of vector transformations applied to linear systems. Individuals use vectors to transform a linear system translating the solution to the origin. They apply their understanding of vectors, matrices,...
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Transforming Formulas

For Students 7th - 12th
In this formulas worksheet, students transform and algebraically manipulate formulas for various variables.  There are 5 multiple choice questions.
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Expressions and Operations

For Students 8th - 9th
For this expressions and operations worksheet, students solve and complete 5 different problems that include reading and solving each individual question. First, they determine the value of each equation given the variables. Then,...
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Completing the Square 6-3

For Students 7th - 9th
In this completing the square worksheet, students learn how to use the complete the square method to solve an equation. They then solve the 8 equations on the worksheet.
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Teach Engineering

Windy Tunnel

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
Lift—it is about the wing's attack. Using a virtual wind tunnel, pupils investigate wing shape and angle of attack. Learners use worksheets to record their observations and to convert verbal relationships into mathematical equations in...
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

Alike and Different

For Teachers Pre-K - 2nd
Students compare and contrast objects and are introduced to a Venn Diagram. In this alike and different lesson, students make observations regarding properties of objects. Students classify object and build ideas about variables....
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Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders practice recognizing similarities and differences found in the graphing of inequalities and equations. Once observatioons are made they solve some of their own applying prior knowledge.
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The Play

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers work together to solve word problems. They examine the concepts of functions and relations. They develop plans for roles in the play they are creating.
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Basketball

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Tap into the competitive nature of teenagers as your class practices setting up and solving rational equations. This activity starts with a specific ratio of games won to games played, then asks how many more games must be played to...
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Virtual Field Trip

For Teachers 5th - 7th
This hands-on resource has future trip planners analyze graphs of mileage, gasoline costs, and travel time on different routes. While this was originally designed for a problem-solving exercise using a Michigan map, it could be used as a...
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Graphing of Functions Using First and Second Derivatives

For Students 11th - 12th
In this calculus worksheet, students solve problems using the first and second derivatives. They define the behavior of the function based on the derivative. There are 11 questions with an answer key.
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Shadow Casting

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders use a meter stick that is placed on a horizontal surface and an object is moved along it so that the shadow length can be measured at different distances from the light source. They solve real-world problems involving...
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The Algebra of Summation Notation

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students use the summation notation correctly as they solve problems. They define the integral of a function and solve problems involving i. There are 14 questions with an answer key.
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Estimating The Number Of Civilizations In The Milky Way Galaxy

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students estimate the number of civilizations in the galaxy by first estimating the number of craters on the Moon and then by performing estimates of multiple-variable systems culminating in the use of the Drake Equation.
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More on Least Squares

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this least squares worksheet, students solve 3 different problems that include determining the least squares of equations. First, they use the data given in the table to write out the normal equations a system of 2 equations in 2...
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Representing the Unknown

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Student use mental math to solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson, middle schoolers solve one and two steps equations. They write expressions using variables to identify the unknown.
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Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2009

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate linear equations through models. For this algebra lesson, students investigate solving one and two step equations. Review solving a basic equation before starting this assignment.
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Worksheet 33

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, learners find the solutions to the wave equations that are presented in a variety of situations. They also sketch a solution as directed.
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Expressions and Operations

For Students 8th
In this expressions and operations worksheet, 8th graders solve and complete 7 different problems that include determining various expressions. First, they determine the equation that best represents total earning for a week. Then,...
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Quiz 8: Multivariable Calculus

For Students Higher Ed
Students list all equations needed to solve a three variable equation using the Method of Lagrange, after first signing an honor pledge to promise that they have followed the rules on the first page. They solve each equation, telling the...