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Lesson Plan
Texas Instruments

Graphs of Rational Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Take your kids on a tour of graphing rational functions. Using this TI lesson, high schoolers identify the end behavior of their functions. They find the domain and range, describe end behavior, and look at asymptotes and restrictions of...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Scoring Guide for the Algebra 2/Trigonometry Test Sampler

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students take an Algebra II/Trigonometry sample test.  In this Algebra II/Trigonometry sample sample test lesson, students take a sample test for Algebra 2/Trigonometry.  Students solve 39 multiple choice/short answer questions about...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Discovering Different Types of Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Graph polynomials and identify the end behavior of each polynomial function. The class differentiates between linear, quadratic, and other polynomial equations.
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Assessment
Los Angeles County Office of Education

California State Standards: Algebra I

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
Starting a year of Algebra I? This mighty packet practices all of the major topics with different ranges of difficulty. Standards include everything from linear to quadratic to rational expressions. Use it in a variety of ways to...
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Worksheet
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Key Curriculum Press

Applications of Exponential Functions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Exponential functions are the name of the game. Young mathematicians can work through each of the eight worksheets by evaluating functions, applying logarithms, completing logarithmic functions, and building inverse functions. This would...
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Unit Plan
Curated OER

Linear and Exponential Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
This comprehensive unit on linear and exponential functions provides numerous clearly-written worksheets. Topics include graphing linear equations, solving systems of equations algebraically and by graphing, identifying the domain and...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exploring Power Functions 2

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young mathematicians learn to write algebraic equations. They solve and graph different polynomial functions with different powers. They then graph radicals and identify the domain and range.
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Lesson Plan
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Polynomial Division

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
How do you apply the traditional division algorithm to polynomials? Here is an Algebra II lesson that extends the use of the division algorithm to polynomials. After establishing the concept of long division, synthetic division and the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
In this activity, learners identify the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. They solve polynomial functions and simplify expressions and equations. 
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Rational Function Graphs

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students use algebraic methods to represent and solve problems. Using a graphing calculator, students solve rational and inequality problems. They visually demonstrate solutions of functions through graphing. Students answer questions...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Make a Math Mascot

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Create a math mascot by identifying irrational and rational numbers. Learners will also solve linear equations.
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Lesson Plan
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Introduction to Logarithms

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Build on pupils' understanding of inverse functions by connecting logarithmic functions to exponential functions. This activity allows individuals to see graphically the inverse relationship between an exponential and logarithmic...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Model Data with Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students model data using quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students simplify and factor quadratic equations. They graph the function using collected data and analyze the parabola.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Squaring Function of Natural Numbers

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete problems where they use the definition of exponents to expand the squaring function of natural numbers. In this squaring natural numbers lesson plan, 8th graders also identify squares form 0 - 12 and complete a...
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Assessment
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CCSS Math Activities

Smarter Balanced Sample Items: High School Math – Claim 3

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Communication is the key. A presentation provides 25 sample items for Claim 3, Communicating Reasoning, for the Smarter Balanced High School Math assessment. Items require pupils to answer the question and provide logical reasoning to...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Model and Solve Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Strong Arm Iteration

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve exponential functions and inequalities. In this algebra lesson, students find the roots of equations and use it to graph and evaluate exponential functions. They simplify exponents using the law of exponents.
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Assessment
Inside Mathematics

Graphs (2006)

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
When told to describe a line, do your pupils list its color, length, and which side is high or low? Use a worksheet that engages scholars to properly label line graphs. It then requests two applied reasoning answers.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The football and Braking Distance; Model Data with Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use the quadratic formula to solve application problems. The first problem relates to the path of a football thrown from the top of the bleachers. Students compute the time it will take the football to reach certain heights. In...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Polynomial Rollercoaster

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners relate polynomials to a rollercoaster track as they translate a graph around on a coordinate plane. They differentiate between different forms of algebraic expressions.
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Activity
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Illustrative Mathematics

Combined Fuel Efficiency

For Teachers 8th - 11th Standards
Practice simplifying complex fractions and long division of polynomials with this brief exercise. These four questions make a challenging warm-up activity or a short, but comprehensive, follow-up after a detailed lesson on algebraic...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Connecting Formulas Related to Geometric Figures

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students identify diagrams of quadrilaterals and circles by different names and classify the figures. They name the areas for each diagram and practice solving the formulas for each.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Arithmetic Complex Numbers

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students 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 theorem.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Using Inequalities to Problem Solve

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson, students solve and graph linear inequalities involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.  Students use inequalities to solve and graph real-world problems.