Reinforce your young mathematicians' linear equation-writing skills. A video lesson does a nice job explaining the steps of writing the equation of a line when given two points. It begins by giving scholars a problem to try on their own and then explains the steps for those needing the explanation.

Concepts

linear equations, linear equations writing, slope, y-intercepts

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Pair the video with part one of the series to first teach and then practice writing the equation of a line given two points
• Use the video as a remediation tool

Classroom Considerations

• Expects that pupils have already written linear equations when given two points

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes a link to important background information
• Uses animation to highlight the components of a linear equation

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 8.F.B.4 RST.9-10.7