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EngageNY

Completing the Square (part 1)

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Avoid the trap of memorizing steps when completing the square with a resources that provides a conceptual approach to completing the square. Learners that are able to recognize a perfect square trinomial are ready to complete the...
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials using algebra tiles and blocks. In this algebra lesson, students complete a trinomials station activity. They work backwords to find their answers and discuss their steps in a group.
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Virginia Department of Education

Factoring for Zeros

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Relate factors to zeros and x-intercepts. Scholars first graph quadratics in both standard and factored forms to see that they are the same. They go on to use the graphs to see the relationship between factors and x-intercepts.
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Curated OER

Using CAS and algebra tiles with Expanding and factoring trinomials

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate multiplication of binomials and factoring of trinomials.  In this Algebra I instructional activity, 9th graders compare and contrast expansion and factoring using algebra tiles and a TI-89.
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students factor trinomials. In this algebra lesson, students use special patterns and formulas to factor. They utilize algebra tiles as a hands-on method for gaining practice with trinomials.
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Curated OER

Nine Factoring Algebraic Expressions Problems

For Teachers 8th - 11th
In this factoring worksheet, young scholars factor algebraic expression in eight multiple choice problems and one free-response problem.  The solutions are provided.
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Curated OER

Steps to Factor a Polynomial

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of factoring polynomials.  In this factoring polynomials worksheet, students factor using a GCF, by grouping, a difference of two squares, two cubes, etc. 
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 8th - 9th
In this algebra worksheet, learners factor twelve trinomial expressions into a binomial multiplication expression. In four of the problems, they must first factor out the common elements from the three terms.
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Curated OER

Exploring Solving Equations

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Put out by Texas Instruments, this lesson involves learners in an activity focused on adding polynomials, solving equations, factoring trinomials, and expanding binomials. A TI-89 calculator is needed to complete this lesson.
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Young scholars factor trinomials using specific steps. In this algebra instructional activity, students factor polynomials following the steps on a smart instructional activity. They review important vocabulary to help with solving the...
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners factor trinomials and quadratics. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve quadratics when the leading coefficient is one. They use a special factoring pattern to solve the trinomial.
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials and other quadratic functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve trinomials containing negative and positive coefficients. They factor quadratics of difference squares as well as regular...
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Curated OER

Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials using specific factoring methods. In this algebra lesson, students factor equations using the difference of squares and foiling. They play a game to enhance their understanding of factoring.
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Curated OER

Creative Factoring of Trinomials

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders consider an alternate method of factoring trinomials as opposed to guess and check. They can evaluate which method is easier and more appropriate for different problems.
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Curated OER

Old Poly Factoring

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students are given a set of Old Poly cards and then match polynomials to their factored forms in a game of Old Maid. They complete a worksheet for assessment.
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Curated OER

Polynomials and Factoring

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students classify, add, subtract, and factor polynomials. In this polynomials activity, students classify polynomials by creating their own system. During a discussion, the class decides on a common system. They add and subtract...
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Factoring by Mack

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Learners explore the concept of factoring trinomials.  In this factoring trinomials lesson, students use the Mack Method to factor trinomials.  Learners watch a video on how to factor a trinomial with a coefficient of 1 with...
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Curated OER

Chapter 5 Solving Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of algebra topics. In this algebra topics lesson, students solve linear and quadratic equations. High schoolers solve systems and factor equations. Students practice problems involving perfect square...
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Curated OER

The X Factor - Trinomials and Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students use algebra tiles to identify the binomial factors and the graphing calculator to verify the result. In addition, they will identify the x-intercepts and y-intercepts of each trinomial function and explore relationships between...
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Willow Tree

Multiplying Polynomials

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Make two parts into a whole. Scholars learn to multiply polynomials to create a simplified polynomial expression. Polynomials include monomial, binomials, and trinomials. 
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Chicago Teachers Union Quest Center

Factored Form of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The lesson introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both graphical and...
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EngageNY

Recognizing Equations of Circles

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
What does completing the square have to do with circles? Math pupils use completing the square and other algebraic techniques to rewrite equations of circles in center-radius form. They then analyze equations of the form x^2 + y^2 + Ax +...
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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...
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Curated OER

Worksheet Chapter 5 College Prep Algebra

For Teachers 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students evaluate algebraic expressions, simplify exponents, write numbers in scientific notation, perform division of equations, and find the area of given problems. This worksheet contains 75 problems and an...