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Representing Quadratics

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Learners represent quadratic equations using different methods. For this algebra lesson, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.
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Quadratics: Polynomial Form

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students determine how changes in the coefficients in a quadratic function affect its graph. They determine how to use the equation to determine the intercepts of a quadratic function. Students identify the location of the intercepts...
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Reaction Mechanisms

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this reactions worksheet, students give the equation for the overall reaction, identifying the catalyst in the equation. Students create graphs and write out the rate determining step. This worksheet has 4 graphs, 2 short answers, and...
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Application of Parabolas

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students graph quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students relate the parabola to real life applications. They identify the maximum and minimum of the parabola.
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It's a Drag!

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students create number lines using decimals and whole numbers. In this algebra lesson, students graph and solve linear equations. They plot ordered pairs on a coordinate plane correctly.
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Hit Me If You Can!

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Iterating the Function and Complex Numbers

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners identify the end behavior of polynomial graphs. In this algebra lesson, students factor and solve quadratic and complex equations. They factor out negative roots and identify the real and imaginary parts of an equation.
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Inequalities Involving Absolute Value

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve and graph inequalities involving absolute value. They discuss and identify the basic properties of inequalities, and solve basic examples.
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Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders graph linear inequalities.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders examine the graph of a linear inequality and in a game format, test coordinates to determine the region of the graph that satisfies the inequality. 
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Linear Functions

For Students 8th - 10th
In this linear functions learning exercise, students define 5 terms. They solve 6 problems for the specified term. Students graph 3 linear equations. They write the equations for 14 problems using the given information. There are 28...
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Word Problems

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve word problems using mathematical symbols. In this algebra lesson plan, students collect data and analyze it. They analyze the data using a table or graph after plotting the data.
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Inequalities - Absolute Value

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students graph the absolute value of compound inequalities. Through a demonstration, students discover the meaning of absolute value. They take notes, rewrite opposites, and solve for each variable. Students complete a worksheet and...
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Unit 5: Worksheet 4 - Proportions

For Students 8th - 10th
In this proportion worksheet, learners use proportions to find the missing side of similar triangles, they identify the percent of a number, and graph points on a coordinate plane. Students solve real life story problems dealing with...
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Patterns In Hexagon Tables

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders construct a rule about the number of sides found in a pattern of hexagons. In this mathematical problem solving lesson, 6th graders observe different hexagon patterns and create a rule about the relationship between the...
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Coulomb's Law

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems involving electric charges and force. In this physics lesson, student solve word problems using addition and subtraction of vectors. They identify the direction represented by a vector as it relates to an electric...
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Numerical Analysis: Dimensional Vectors

For Students Higher Ed
In this dimensional vector worksheet, students prove dimensional vectors. They write systems of equations, verify solutions, and sketch graphs of the functions. This two-page worksheet contains approximately ten problems.
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A.P. Calculus BC Section II, Part A and Part B

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this A.P. Calculus BC worksheet. students solve six practice problems.  A graphing calculator is required on the first three questions and not allowed on the next three.  Directions are provided.
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Double-Angle and Half-Angle Formulas

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this college level Pre-Calculus worksheet, students use the double-angle and half-angle formulas to evaluate trigonometric expressions and solve trigonometric equations. The six page worksheet contains fifty-six problems. Answers are...
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Function Tables

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students identify function using tables of data. In this algebra lesson, students create a tale of point and plot on a coordinate plane. They analyze the graph as being a function or not.
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Functions and Logarithms - Week 4

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
In this function and logarithm learning exercise, students solve function problems by finding the sum of the digits. They use logarithms to solve graphing problems and find the number of prime numbers. This three-page learning exercise...
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The Rabbit Problem

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Young scholars notice a number pattern in the book The Rabbit Problem by Emily Gravett. In this number pattern lesson plan, students represent and describe numbers appropriate to their grade level.
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Matrix Operations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners solve problems using matrices. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract and multiply matrices. They use the graphing calculator to simplify and graph linear equations.
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More Complicated Functions: Introduction to Linear Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of linear functions. In this linear functions lesson, students translate linear functions from tables to graphs to equations. High schoolers use an applet to write a function rule for a linear...
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Pea+Nut = Math

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students utilize peanuts to practice fractions.  In this math model lesson, students solve multiplication problems and fractions with real peanuts.  Students use drawing software to graph data from the math equations.