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Numerical Analysis: Dimensional Vectors
In this dimensional vector worksheet, students prove dimensional vectors. They write systems of equations, verify solutions, and sketch graphs of the functions. This two-page worksheet contains approximately ten problems.
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Numerical Analysis: Polynomials
In this polynomial worksheet, students explore functions, determine the least square error, and explore quadratic spline interpolation. This two-page worksheet contains approximately six problems.
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What Is Your Angle?
Students explore the concept of angles by interacting with numerous types of measurements. They create index cards with different angles. Then they pass the cards around to other students for comparison and measurement. They practice the...
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Transversal and Angles
Tenth graders identify angles formed by parallel lines and a transversal. Using meter sticks and bolts, they perform hands-on activities to demonstrate the properties of parallel lines and congruent angles. They color code diagrams to...
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Derivatives of Elementary Functions
In this derivatives worksheet, students sketch the graphs of four functions. They write the derivatives of eight functions. Students complete two derivative tables.
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Applications of Derivatives: General Rules for Optimization
In this minima and maxima worksheet, students find the global and local maxima and minima of one function. They work in small groups to solve one optimization problem. Steps for solving are listed on the page.
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Problem Solving: Reasonable Answers
In this finding reasonable answers practice worksheet, learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Properties of Logarithmic Functions
Students solve exponential functions. For this algebra lesson, students identify the properties of logarithmic and exponential functions. They graph their functions and solve using change of base formula.
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Spend, Save, Invest or Donate (9-12)
Learners explore the concept of personal finance. In this philanthropy lesson plan, students examine decisions they make about money as they discover the definitions of philanthropy, resources, scarcity, choice, benefits, costs,...
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Graphing Linear Equations
Ninth graders review the information that they have already learned
with regard to linear equations and graphical representations. They then assist in combining equations with a graphical element and complete various graphs with this...
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Rate of Change
Eleventh graders solve problems dealing with rate of change. In this algebra lesson, 11th graders graph their rate of change problems and analyze it comparing their data with each other. They solve problems dealing with percent and rate...
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Forms of Equations
Ninth graders discuss the different forms of equations. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders talk about the pros and cons of algebraic equations. They discuss reflection across the x and y axis and write out the equation of the given...
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Surfing the Waves
High schoolers use online resources, including animations,to define the slope of a curve and how to calculate the slope. They solve 8 problems online, using the definition of the derivative of a function at a point to calculate slope of...
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The Math of Light
Investigate light intensity, illuminance, and power consumption of different light source.Compare the efficiency of light bulbs then create a persuasive advertisement about it.
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Fantasy Basketball
Students play Fantasy Basketball in order to practice locating Internet information and using technology tools to display data; students demonstrate an understanding and use of graphing, probability, and statistics.
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"Sir Cumference and the First Round Table" by Cindy Neuschwander
Students develop an understanding of measurable attributes of circles; develop a formula to determine the circumference of circles. They approximate the value of pi.
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Order of Operations
Seventh graders investigate the order of operations. In this seventh grade mathematics lesson plan, 7th graders explore the order of operations and practice using them in activities that involve paper and pencil, calculators and...
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Diving, Flying, & Climbing
Students explore Boyle's Law. In this Boyle's Law instructional activity, students complete problems involving Boyle's Law. They examine the effects of Boyle's Law upon the human body. Students use the Internet to complete a lab...
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The Chain Rule
Twelfth graders investigate the chain rule and use it to solve functions. In this calculus lesson, 12th graders apply the chain rule to problems with powers, and product rule. They practice with lots of examples before doing it on their...
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Interest: Interest Olympics
Young scholars determine how interests is calculated and a how it accrues. They examine charts and graphs that show the intricacies of interest. They determine how to increase their own saving by using interest while working with a...
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Equations Lesson Plan
Seventh graders play "What's my Rule" beginning with simple equations and working towards harder problems as student's gain confidence. They evaluate the equations by graphing them. Students identify the slope and y intercepts of the...
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Finding the Area of Regular Polygons
Young scholars analyze relationship between the increase in polygons sides and a circle. In this geometry lesson, students relate the size of the central angle of a polygon, to a circle. They compare the formula for the area of a polygon...
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Area and Perimeter of Regular Polygons - An Extension
Pupils explore the relationship between area and perimeter of polygons.They measure the area and perimeter of regular polygons inscribed in a circle. Learners then discuss how as the number of sides of a regular polygon increase, the...
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Lesson 1: Fast Food Nutrients
Students compute the nutrient values of fast foods. In this fast food nutrient, students observe a PowerPoint about nutrition. They research nutritional topics, answer questions about nutrition, and determine the nutrient values of...