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Curated OER

Matrices

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore matrices. Given a particular situation, they discover the make-up and design of a matrix. Students identify examples of rectangular arrays used in real world situations. They solve oral problems in class.
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Lesson Plan
Other

A Very Gentle Introduction to Matrices

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Excellent tutorial site on the basics of matrix operations. The site has definitions and examples
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Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Intro to Zero Matrices

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Explains what a zero matrix is, shows examples, and provides some interactive practice exercises. Help is available for exercises if it is needed. A summary chart compares the number zero to the zero matrix.
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Handout
Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Zero Matrix

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from MathWorld.com briefly explains what a zero matrix is and contains links to related topics.
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Other

Special Matrices

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Excellent site with definitions and examples of numerous special matrices including the zero matrix.