Illustrative Mathematics
Egyptian Fractions II
The Egyptians used unit fractions to describe all other fractions. Your class will rewrite rational expressions in order to deduce information about rational numbers. The activity starts with specific fractions, guides you through a few...
Curated OER
The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Properties of the Definite Integral
Students discuss the importance of fundamental theorems in math. In this calculus lesson, students define the fundamental theorem of calculus and discuss why it is so important they understand it. They work problems to model how this...
Curated OER
Volumes of Rectangular Prisms
High schoolers determine the volume of a rectangular prism. They then maximize and minimize the volume given variable side lengths. Finally, they factor the volume equation to determine the side lengths.
Curated OER
Algebra I: A Draining Swimming Pool
Young scholars analyze and develop symbolic representations to describe the amount of water left in a pool being pumped out after a given amount of time, with various pumping rates and initial quantities of water in the pool.
Curated OER
Love Algebra?
Eighth graders, while in the computer lab, access a web site to help them utilize manipulatives of cups and tiles to develop the skills necessary to understand multi-step equations. They assess the relationship between cups and tiles and...
Cuemath
Cuemath: Polynomial Functions
A comprehensive guide for learning all about polynomial functions with definitions, the highest degree of the polynomial, graphing polynomial functions, range and domain of polynomial functions, solved examples, and practice questions.
Elias Saab
Math Drills: Roots of Polynomial Functions Quiz
An interactive quiz which provides students with a problem involving a polynomial function to be solved. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student needs them, and explanations are...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Vocabulary of Polynomial Function
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains all the vocabulary associated with polynomial functions. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Methods for Solving Quadratic Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A review of the three major methods of solving quadratic functions for ''X'' intercepts.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Polynomial Functions and Equations
Want to find the roots of a polynomial function? Learn how, using several methods in this tutorial. Graphing and Scientific Notebook are used on the main page. Click on the "Dinosaur Method" link at the bottom of the page to see the...
Cuemath
Cuemath: Graphing a Quadratic Function
A comprehensive guide for learning all about how to graph a quadratic function with definitions, domain and range of quadratic function, vertex form, standard form, how to solve them, solved examples, and practice questions.
Cuemath
Cuemath: Functions
In this mini-instructional activity, students will learn about the world of functions. They will explore topics such as how to represent a function, conditions for a function, how to solve a function, types of functions, and various...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Methods for Solving Quadratic Functions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson applies factoring a quadratic equation to other types of polynomials that are in "quadratic form."
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Hotmath provides 20 practice problems that relate to polynomial and rational functions. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Discover the Roots of a Polynomial Function
In this lesson plan, students will be re-introduced to the Four Step Problem - Solving Plan. The plan will be used as a 'checks and balance' tool for discovering the roots (solutions) of polynomial functions. Students will: *Explore the...
Cuemath
Cuemath: Rational Function
A comprehensive guide for learning all about rational functions with definitions, how to plot them, solved examples, and practice questions.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: The Letter Product Game
This activity will encourage students' powers of deduction through a word game. This will allow a review of factoring integers. A simple extension allows a classroom discussion that will evolve into the Zero Product Theorem, essential to...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Real Zeros of Polynomials
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students solve problems involving polynomial and rational functions. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Topics in Pre Calculus: Rational Functions
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains how to find the roots of polynomials of degree greater than two. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this...
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: Algebra
This lesson provides basic instruction on the major concepts in algebra. Content includes a focus on fractions, units of conversion, complex numbers, quadratic equations, factorization and roots of polynomials, solving equations, systems...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Solving Equations
Learn to use the TI-86 to solve many types of equations by following this lesson plan and activity. Included are keystroke instructions and calculator screenprints to guide students.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solve Equations Graphically
Solve advanced and complicated equations using the power of graphs.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Numerical Approximation of Zeroes: The Midpoint Method
Explains the reasoning and methodology for the process of numerically approximating the zeroes of a non solvable polynomial.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Graphing Rational Functions: Introduction
To graph a rational function, you find the asymptotes and the intercepts, plot a few points, and then sketch in the graph. Once you get the swing of things, rational functions are actually fairly simple to graph. This resources provides...