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Pythagorean Theorem: Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2010

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve Pythagorean theorem problems.  in this Pythagorean theorem lesson, students read real world problems, draw diagrams, and then solve with the Pythagorean theorem.  They define hypotenuse and leg.  students...
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Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve linear inequalities. In this solving linear inequalities lesson plan, students solve one step inequalities algebraically. Students graph the solutions on a number line. Students compare the graphs of various inequalities...
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Mass: Applying and Interpreting

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students rotate through six studying stations solving problems that involve applying and interpreting aspects of mass. They solve various word problems, and measure the contents of cans and calculate the mass of two cans.
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Battling Bullies

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students identify aspects of a conflict situation through a story. They engage in problem solving or identification of an aspect of bullying. Applying their knowledge of bullying, they create scenarios that reflect their methods of...
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Applying Trigonometric Functions To Real Life

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students examine where trigonometry exists outside the classroom. In this trigonometry lesson plan, students create trigonometric functions to match the data provided and to solve word problems relating to the real world.
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Building Scales and Ratios

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems using scales and ratios. In this algebra lesson, students create drawings using scales of 1:12. They follow a key to help them draw different buildings using the right scales. They also complete word problems as a...
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Applications of Exponential Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems involving money. They calculate the interest earned over a period of time given the formula. There are 28 questions.
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Linear and Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve quadratic functions using the quadratic formula. They take the square roots of both side of each equation then graph both the linear and quadratic functions. There are a total of 84 problems...
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Proving that You Have Found the Minimum

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders pretend to set up an ice cream shop in a make believe town of shapes.  In this geometry lesson, 10th graders work together to put up an ice cream stand in an ideal location and solve for the minimum given the shapes.
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Nonlinear Inequalities

For Teachers 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders solve nonlinear inequalities, graph the solution set on the number line, and write the solution in interval notation.  The one page worksheet contains thirty-eight problems.  Answers...
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Lines

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, learners determine the slope of a line, write the equation of a line, examine parallel and perpendicular lines, and solve problems involving linear relationships.  The two page worksheet...
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Writing Number Sentences

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students practice writing number sentences. After reading real world problems, they describe the same situation by writing a number sentence. Students use algebra tiles, or counters, to demonstrate the use zero pairs in solving...
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Exercise Set 3.3: Variation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this variation worksheet, students solve 26 variation problems. Students determine the missing variable by using joint, direct, or inverse variation.
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Turning the Tables: A Guide to Devising Your Own Story

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students observe and demonstrate how to decipher and organize the information in a math word problem and apply mathematical concepts to different story problems. They discuss the parts of a story problem, and write their own original...
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Well,Well!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore and solve a math word problem that involves a series of single digit additions and subtractions. They brainstorm ways to solve the problem, independently solve the problem using drawings, and discuss the various...
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Math Jeopardy

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students play a game to practice concepts and principles that can be adapted to any subject.
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Doubling Up

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the powers of two and substitute values into their own names by solving a math word problem. They perform calculations with powers of numbers, find square roots, and explain the relation between a square root and a...
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Teaching Radicals in Less Than Five Minutes

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers simplify complex radicals following a specific technique. In this math instructional activity, students simulate the process using several decks of cards. They explore real life applications of radicals.
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Finding Fractional Parts Using an Area Model

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore math functions by completing a problem solving worksheet in class. In this division instructional activity, students utilize visual aides such as marshmallows and candy to visualize the act of division. Students complete...
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One Hundred Hungry Ants

For Teachers 1st
First graders represent 100 using various groupings of objects.
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Balancing Number Sentences to Introduce Missing Values

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students balance number sentences to learn about missing values. In this balanced equations lesson, students use the word problem to study missing values. Students watch a video about the topic and play two games about balancing...
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Finding Value in the Renaissance

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students explore art during the Renaissance period through the use of math. They solve word problems based upon historic documents of Renaissance Italy which contain real life situations, currencies and formulas. Students discover both...
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Trail Mix

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders solve a math word problem using previous knowledge of fractions and basic addition in this short lesson for the 5th grade classroom. The lesson can be used as practice for state and national tests that require problem...
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Teacher Zine's TAKS 4th Grade Daily Upkeep 11

For Teachers 4th
In this TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) worksheet, 4th graders answer questions from objective six, dealing with problem solving skills. Students read the story problem, evaluate the equation, and identify the answer to...