Worksheet
Curated OER

Properties of a Parabola

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the properties of a parabola. They factor and graph quadratic equations. There are 18 questions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Minimum and Maximum of a Graph

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students find the solutions of polynomials through graphing. In this algebra lesson, students identify the maximum and minimum of each polynomial function. They ind the vertex, domain and range of a parabola.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Factoring to Solve Equations

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders use factoring to solve 44 different problems involving area, intercepts, quadratic equations, and functions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Completing the Square Algebraically

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Using TI-Nspire, scholars rewrite quadratic expressions by completing the square. They change the equation into vertex form.  By the end of this instructional activity, they should be able to change any quadratic equation into...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Writing in the Math Classroom

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students determine the vertex, y-intercept and direction of a parabola and write an explanation of how to graph a parabola. They collect and graph data using a calculator.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Arithmetic Complex Numbers

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Young scholars convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Investigating Parabolas

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify properties of parabolas. In this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations and identify the properties of parabolas. They find the roots, vertex and intercepts of a parabola.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Complex Number

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the vertex of a quadratic functions. They identify complex numbers. There are 6 questions.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Polynomials Degree and Finite Differences

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra instructional activity, students identify polynomials and state the degree and rewrite it in standard form. There are 32 questions ranging from polynomials to graphing a quadratic.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Translating Parabolas

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers make informed choices among technology systems, resources, and services. They select and apply technology tools for research, information analysis, problem solving, and decision making in content learning.
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Features of Quadratic Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find the zeroes ("roots") of quadratic functions and the vertex of their parabolas. Functions are given in standard, vertex, and factored form. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly,...
Unit Plan
Cuemath

Cuemath: Graphing a Quadratic Function

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
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.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Exploring the Vertex Form of the Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Examine the changes in a graph of a quadratic function that occur when different transformations are applied to the vertex form of the equation. Students will need to have the transformation graphing application on their TI-83+...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Graphing Families of Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students can use the Transform app to explore families of quadratic functions. Generalization about the effect of a, b and c coefficients have on the shape and position of the graph in general form, and the effect of a, h, and k in...
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Vertex Form of a Quadratic Equation

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Write quadratic functions in vertex form and find their vertex and intercepts.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Intercept Form

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find the x-intercepts and vertex of a quadratic function by writing it in intercept form and solve real-world problems. Students examine guided notes, review guided...
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Features of Quadratic Functions: Strategy

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Identify the form of a quadratic function that immediately reveals a given feature of that function. Features in question are the y-intercept of the graph, the zeroes ("roots") of the function, and the vertex of the parabola. Students...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Exploring the Vertex Form of the Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore the vertex form of the parabola and discover how the vertex, direction, and width of the parabola can be determined by studying the parameters. They predict the location of the vertex of a parabola expressed in vertex form.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Features of Quadratic Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find the zeroes ('roots') of quadratic functions and the vertex of their parabolas. Functions are given in standard, vertex, and factored form.
Unknown Type
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Features of Quadratic Functions: Strategy

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Identify the form of a quadratic function that immediately reveals a given feature of that function. Features in question are the y-intercept of the graph, the zeroes ('roots') of the function, and the vertex of the parabola.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Exploring the Vertex Form of a Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
In this activity, you will change the parameters of the function and determine the effects on its graph and its vertex.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Vertex Form of a Parabola

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This set of multiple choice questions asks students to identify parabolas in vertex form, to find the vertices of parabolas, and to determine if their graphs open up or down. Solutions are included.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Intercept Form

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Understanding the graphs of a parabola given equations. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and attempt practice problems.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Exploring Transformations of the Quadratic Function

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Using TI-Interactive, students will discover how the variables of a, h, and k in the vertex form of a quadratic function affect the size, shape and location of the parabola. During the lesson students will write quadratic functions when...