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Investigating Space Requirement of Seed Plants
Students use scientific methods to investigate the effects of overpopulation of seed plants on growth in a limited living space. Students relate seed plant population findings to that of other organisms.
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Algebra Match
Twelfth graders identify the parts of an algebraic equation. They consider the many uses of algebra in daily life. They play a game, Algebra Match, where student pairs work to solve equations listed on index cards.
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The Scientists’ Way
Students summarize the steps of the scientific method. In this life science lesson, students explain the importance of varying only one variable at a time. They analyze possible flaws in their experiment.
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The Catapult
Students identify the advantages and disadvantages of a catapult as a weapon. For this physics lesson, students construct their own catapult. They investigate how changing one variable affects results.
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Pendulum Problems
Ninth graders explore how pendulums function. In this pendulums instructional activity students complete a pendulum lab activity.
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Coefficient of Restitution
Students investigate variables that influence the bouncing of balls. In this exploratory lesson students observe how the manipulated and control variable are correlated by graphing the data.
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Geometric Coordinates
In this geometric coordinates worksheet, students solve and complete 3 different types of problems. First, they use the equations provided to complete the table on the right. Then, students plot the x- and y- coordinates on the graph to...
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Combining Like Terms
In this combining like terms worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 10 different problems that include like terms. First, they identify the like terms in each equation. Then, students add all like terms together, making sure that they...
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Multiplication Principle
In this multiplication principle activity, 8th graders solve 10 different problems that apply the multiplication principle to each one. They solve for each variable in the problem listed on the sheet. Then, students write their answer on...
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Cosine
In this cosine worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include various triangles. They determine the cosine of one point in each triangle illustrated. Then, they apply the line segments given to each and solve for the...
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Krypto
For this mathematical expressions worksheet, students solve 6 different problems that include deciphering various sets of numbers. First, they use any known mathematical operation or symbol in each to create the number 15. Then, students...
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Counting Squares
In this counting squares activity, students solve 2 problems that include counting 2 different sets of squares. First, they draw a picture of four squares arranged in two rows of two. Then, students determine the total number of squares...
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Solution Sets
In this solution set worksheet, 9th graders solve 5 different problems that include graphing on the x- and y-axis. First, they solve each inequality as needed. Then, students graph the solution set found in each on the coordinate plane...
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Subtracting Polynomials of a Single Variable
For this polynomial worksheet, students subtract polynomials. Examples and explanations are provided prior to the exercises. This two-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Convection Currents
Pupils explain and understand the circulation of air in the atmosphere. They identify that energy can be carried from one place to another by heat flow or by waves, including water, light and sound waves, or by moving objects. Finally,...
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Computing Concepts with Java 2 Essentials
Students identify with various programming texts; introduce material in different orders; and emphasize different concepts. Students read an introduction to LiveTexts; complete various activities; discover and apply its Global features...
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Reaching New Heights
Students explore the relationship between two variables. Students measure their arm span and height. They gather this class data to design a scatter plot. Students interpret the meaning of individual coordinates and the overall graph....
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2 x 2 Linear Systems
Students graph 2x2 systems and solve them algebraically. They investigate parallel systems by solving equations.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Eccentricity in Polar Conics
Good site explaining Eccentricity in Polar Conics. The site is quite detailed.
Richland Community College
Richland Community College: Algebra Lecture Notes
This site from Richland Community College provides lecture notes to a class on Algebra. It covers a wide array of topics including functions, quadratic equations, inequalities, and much more.
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Scholastic: Math Maven's Mysteries: The Secret of E. Quation the Great
Want to figure out a magician's secret for a cool balancing trick? Use your algebra knowledge to discover how this magic trick was done.
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Scholastic: Math Maven's Mysteries: The Case of the Skating Bus Driver
The bus is not running in Point Logos because Suzie, the bus driver, has decided to go try out the new "Rocket Skates," at Skate Palace. Help the Math Maven choose an algebraic equation that will tell when the bus driver will be finished...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Newton's 3rd Law: Coin Flick
For this elementary physics investigation, young scholars explore Newton's 3rd Law of Motion: To every action there is an equal & opposite reaction. Pairs of students will line up 5 pennies, (touching each other), between 2 rulers....
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigation of a Mealworm
A lab activity where students make observations about mealworms to form questions and decide what direction their investigation will take. While studying mealworms, students will choose a variable to change to observe changes to the...