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Polygon Polynomials ActivityPolygon Polynomials Activity
Publisher
5280 Math
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Grade
8th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 hrs
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Year
2018
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Polygon Polynomials

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Patterns in polygons lead to patterns in polynomials. Presented with a series of polygons, individuals create polynomial expressions to represent their patterns. The algebra project consists of nine problems that incorporate polynomial operations including factoring.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

addition polynomials, multiplication polynomials, subtraction polynomials, polynomials, factoring polynomials, arithmetic sequences, arithmetic series

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Incorporate as an introduction to quadratic patterns
  • After considering the patterns individually, have learners create a collaborative group to share strategies

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires a solid understanding of distributing and combining like terms

Pros

  • Offers a teacher guide describing strategies for meeting desired learning outcomes
  • Adaptable to various levels of pupils

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSA-APR.A.1

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