Curated OER
Factoring Polynomials
In this factoring polynomials instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 20 different problems. First, they identify the GCF of each polynomial. Then, students divide the GCF out of every term of the polynomial. Finally, they...
Curated OER
Polynomials
In this polynomials learning exercise, students solve 18 different problems that include polynomials and fractions. They simplify each given fraction with polynomials in the numerator and the denominator. Then, students factor both and...
Curated OER
Subtracting Polynomials of a Single Variable
In this polynomial worksheet, learners subtract polynomials. Examples and explanations are provided prior to the exercises. This two-page worksheet contains ten problems.
Curated OER
10-4 Practice: Factoring Differences of Squares
In this practice worksheet, learners factor the differences of squares and identify prime expressions. Polynomials contain one or more variables, with exponents. Students complete 42 problems. An answer key is provided.
Curated OER
Approximating Roots of Polynomials
Students use the bisection method to approximate the roots of a polynomial. They evaluate functions for a given point, graph linear and quadratic functions, and recognize the elements of polynomial expressions.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Intelli Gum: A Success Story
Introduce polynomial operations to your middle school students using the highly engaging story of ?IntelliGum?. This one-of-a-kind gum, when chewed regularly, and in appropriate quantities, will make you smarter. As part of this creative...
University of Vienna (Austria)
University of Vienna: The Big Puzzle on Term Manipulation
Simplify polynomial expressions which require multiplying, combining like terms, etc. The "matching" assessment will determine levels of knowledge with polynomial manipulation.
Math Medics
S.o.s. Math: Solving Polynomial Inequalities
A short lesson on solving quadratic and polynomial inequalities.
Google
Google for Education: Measuring Complexity of Function or Algorithm
In this lesson, students learn how to measure the complexity of the function or algorithm in a math problem and understand how this applies to real world situations.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Polynomial and Rational Functions
Hotmath provides 20 practice problems that relate to polynomial and rational functions. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Factoring
From pulling out the common factors of a polynomial to giving hints on how to factor a trinomial that does not have a leading coefficient of 1, a comprehensive tutorial for factoring polynomials is given as well as practice, interactive...
Government of Alberta
Learn Alberta: Math Interactives: Exploring Parabolas and Polynomial Equations
This multimedia Learn Alberta math resource looks at how parabolas and polynomial equations are used to study an object's flight path. The accompanying interactive component lets students explore and make comparisons of the flight paths...
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: The Binomial Theorem
This tutorial contains detailed information about the Binomial Theorem. Includes practice exercises and interactives.
Integrated Publishing
Integrated Publishing: Trinomial Squares
Discussion on trinomial squares. Includes examples as well as practice problems.
Cuemath
Cuemath: Variable Expressions
A comprehensive guide for learning all about variable expressions with definitions, types of variable expressions, solved examples, and practice questions.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Holt, Rinehart and Winston: Homework Help Independent Practice: Polynomials
Get independent practice working with polynomials. Each incorrect response gets a text box explanation and another try. Correct responses are confirmed.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Holt, Rinehart and Winston: Homework Help Independent Practice: Simplifying Polynomials
Get independent practice working with simplifying polynomials. Each incorrect response gets a text box explanation and another try. Correct responses are confirmed.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Holt, Rinehart and Winston: Homework Help Independent Practice: Multiplying Polynomials
Get independent practice working with multiplying polynomials. Each incorrect response gets a text box explanation and another try. Correct responses are confirmed.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Visual Calculus: Polynomials
The definition and properties of polynomial functions are explained, and their graphs explored. Examples and LiveMath notebook activities make the site interactive in getting the students to test their knowledge of the material.
Oregon State University
Calculus Quest: Exponential Functions
This CalculusQuest site provides a basic introduction to exponential functions, covering the laws of exponents and exponential growth and decay. At the bottom of the page are links to exponential equations, exercises, and the...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Binomial
This site defines the term binomial, and comprises mostly of links to termonology to understand the definition.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Factoring Polynomials
Links to numerous question/answer sessions on factoring polynomials.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Polynomial Roots
This site from MathWorld discusses the roots of polynomial equations. The site is wonderful in the sense that it gives a few examples to follow the somewhat ambiguous Vieta's theorem. Theorems discussed and applied are the fundamental...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Binomial Expansions and Pascal's Triangle
This site answers a student's question inquiring about the definition of a binomial expansion, where it would be used, and why.