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Purchasing A Used Car

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the practice of purchasing a used car with the help of links and resources found in the lesson plan. They conduct research to find the right kind of car using a variety of resources. Students examine data in...
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The Louis Vuitton Project, using 3rd degree equations

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners model three-dimensional objects using cubes. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the volume and derived the amount mathematically. They use different objects to create two and three-dimensional objects.
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Using the Proportion Method to Solve Percent Problems

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra learning exercise, students calculate the percents of a number. They convert between decimals and percents. There are 20 questions with an answer key.
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Using Calculators And Spreadsheets

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students discuss the advantages of using calculators and spreadsheets in balancing checkbooks. They also identify the pros and cons of using these tools in adult education classrooms.
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A.P. Exam Calculator Review

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students review ways to use the calculator to graph a function, solve an equation, calculate a numerical derivative, and calculate a definite integral. They practice using their calculator to solve a set of sample exercises. Students...
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Sign of the Derivative

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learn how to investigate the change in a graph by dragging the cursor to observe the change in the function. They use the TI calculator to graph their parabola.
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Sequences

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve problems using the TI. In this calculus lesson, students evaluate functions using sequences. They graph the functions on the TI and make observations.
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Dog Days or Dog Years?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
In need of some algebraic fun with real world implications?Learners use ordered pairs, a table of values and a scatter plot to evaluate the validity of several real world data sets. The class focuses on  dog ages in human...
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Number Sense

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students convert between decimals and fractions. In this algebra lesson, students show their knowledge of numbers by putting them on a number line. They apply the concept of algebra to solving word problems. Students will use a Ti...
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Exponential vs. Power

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils differentiate between exponential and power functions. They identify the base, exponent and properties of exponential functions. They also graph the functions using the TI calculator.
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Calculator-Based Lessons Help Examine Real-World Data

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students may determine equations based on graphs and regression models.
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The Disappearing Kelp Forest

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Learners observe the effect "El Nino" left on kelp plants and sea urchins. They analyze the data collected by researchers, by graphing it on a TI calculator. Before graphing and analyzing the data, you may want to revisit the events of...
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Transformations of Functions 2

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Solving problems on the TI graphing calculator can be quite easy. Students observe the properties of transformation of functions and create a formula for the transformation.
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Calculator Activity: Add Up and Up

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this adding on, or adding up, worksheet, students use calculators to find the sums of one-digit numbers. Students solve five problems.
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Decimal Calculator Numbers

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders practice working out a hidden number on a calculator by utilizing number sequence in the advanced multiplicative stage seven. They enter a number into their calculator and push the division sign once and go from there.
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Calculator Skills

For Teachers 4th - 8th
In this math learning exercise, students solve the problems that are related to the use of a calculator. The sheet is intended as a users guide.
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Calculating Percents 2

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this calculating percents practice worksheet, middle schoolers use their problem solving skills to calculate the percents of the 10 listed numbers.
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Calculating Perimeter 3

For Students 5th - 7th
In this calculating perimeter learning exercise, students examine 8 rectangles and use the information provided to find the perimeter of each of them.
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Calculating Perimeter

For Students 4th - 6th
In this calculating perimeter worksheet, students examine 8 rectangles and use the information provided to find the perimeter of each of them.
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Calculate area of Squares and Rectangles

For Students 4th - 6th
In this geometry skills worksheet, students solve 3 problems that require them to calculate the area of squares and rectangles by using the information provided.
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Multiplication Practice: Calculate Cost

For Students 2nd - 3rd
For this multiplication worksheet, students use a table to calculate the cost of food items, 7 problems total. Answers included on page 2.
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Interpreting the Standard Deviation

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Does standard deviation work for non-symmetrical distributions, and what does it mean? Through the use of examples, high schoolers determine the standard deviation of a variety of distributions and interpret its...
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Changing the Base

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
I can't calculate a base-2 logarithm since my calculator doesn't have a base-2 log key. Young mathematicians use the change of base formula to extend the properties of logarithms to all bases. Among these bases is the natural log base,...
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Load It Up!

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
See how a marshmallow can hold up a bridge load. Teams take a closer look at the design of bridge piers. They determine the types of loads that might affect a bridge, and, using that information, they calculate the needed cross-sectional...