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Curated OER

Matrix Madness!!

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Perform operations to add, subtract, multiply and divide matrices. Then solve problems with vectors using matrices. A three day activity: Matrix Madness, Mystical Matrices, and Decode the Encode. The last activity has prizes that the...
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EngageNY

Using Matrix Operations for Encryption

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Data encryption is an important security measure for sensitive data stored on computers. Pupils learn how to utilize matrices for creating code. They also get a great review of matrix multiplication, inverse matrices, and the identity...
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Interactive
CK-12 Foundation

Solving a Matrix Equation: Mystery Matrix

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Solve a matrix in code—color code. Pupils use the interactive resource to set up the matrix equation and its solution path. Scholars use the created solution path to determine the entries of the 2 X 2 solution.
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Curated OER

Operating on Matrices

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate matrices by exploring addition, subtraction and multiplication of matrices.  High schoolers find the determinant and inverse of a matrix.  The lesson includes a set of practice problems
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Making Connections: Matrices, Graph, Linear Systems

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
In this set of activities, matrices and equations are explored. They work with matrices using pen and paper as well as graphing calculator. Additionally real-world problems are explored. 
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Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 10: Matrices Revisited

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
A matrix is just a fancy way of making a table. Young scholars explore operations with matrices with the first lessons in the final module of a 10-unit Algebra II series. After adding, subtracting, and multiplying matrices, pupils use...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matrix operations and Matrix Inverses

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders study how to combine like vector's that are matrices. In this matrix operations worksheet, 11th graders combine matrices linearly and define the matrix-matrix product and its properties. Students also study matrix...
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Curated OER

Matrices at the Speed of Light!

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Perform operations using matrices in this algebra lesson. Middle schoolers add, subtract, and multiply matrices. Additionally, they solve systems of equations using matrices.
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Curated OER

Systems of Equations and Real Life

For Teachers 9th - 12th
What a great classroom resource! The intention of this lesson is to show that real-world math can and should be applied to the community in which your students reside. The class relates properties of equations to solving for species...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matrices In Encryption And Decryption Of Codes

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students relate Cryptography to the solving of simultaneous linear equations in matrix notation. They explore various methods of encrypting and decrypting codes. Pupils discuss and solve simultaneous linear equations.
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

When Can We Reverse a Transformation? 2

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
The second instructional activity on finding inverse matrices asks class members to look for a pattern in the inverse matrix and test it to see if it works for all matrices. The teacher leads a discussion to refine the process in finding...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

When Can We Reverse a Transformation? 1

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Wait, let's start over — teach your class how to return to the beginning. The first lesson looking at inverse matrices introduces the concept of being able to undo a matrix transformation. Learners work with matrices with a determinant...
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

When Can We Reverse a Transformation? 3

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
When working with matrix multiplication, it all comes back around. The 31st portion of the unit is the third lesson on inverse matrices. The resource reviews the concepts of inverses and how to find them from the previous two lessons....
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Lesson Plan
EngageNY

The Geometric Effect of Multiplying by a Reciprocal

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Class members perform complex operations on a plane in the 17th segment in the 32-part series. Learners first verify that multiplication by the reciprocal does the same geometrically as it does algebraically. The class then circles back...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Matrices

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders solve problems that involve matrix representation, matrix operations, solving systems with inverse matrices, row reduction, and systems of inequalities. The six page instructional...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

How To Organize Data into Matrices

For Students 10th - 11th
In this matrix worksheet, students organize given data into matrices and answer questions from given matrices.  Explanations, definitions, and examples are provided.
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Curated OER

Pizzas And Things

For Teachers 1st
First graders problem solve using the concepts of doubling and halving numbers as previews for finding multiples and working with fractions. They determine how to find half of a set of objects and work with sums up to 16. They work with...
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Unit Plan
EngageNY

Complex Numbers and Transformations

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Your learners combine their knowledge of real and imaginary numbers and matrices in an activity containing thirty lessons, two assessments (mid-module and end module), and their corresponding rubrics. Centered on complex numbers and...
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EngageNY

Solving Equations Involving Linear Transformations of the Coordinate Plane

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
How can matrices help us solve linear systems? Learners explore this question as they apply their understanding of transformation matrices to linear systems. They discover the inverse matrix and use it to solve the matrix equation...
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EngageNY

Solving Equations Involving Linear Transformations of the Coordinate Space

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Explore methods for solving linear systems with your classes and introduce learners to using matrices as a viable method. Scholars are able to recognize situations where matrices are the efficient method of solving. Application questions...
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EngageNY

Solving General Systems of Linear Equations

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Examine the usefulness of matrices when solving linear systems of higher dimensions. The lesson asks learners to write and solve systems of linear equations in four and five variables. Using matrices, pupils solve the systems and apply...
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Assessment
EngageNY

End-of-Module Assessment Task — Precalculus (Module 1)

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
A transformational assessment determines how far pupils are advancing toward mastering complex and matrix standards. The assessment checks the learners' understanding of linear transformations, complex numbers and the complex plane,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Matrix Math

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders practice adding, subtracting, and multiplying matrices. After completing and reviewing bell ringer problems they review homework from night before and discuss any questions. Students are introduced to new matrix...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Linear Equations and Matrices

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students solve systems of equations. In this precalculus lesson,students solve linear equations using matrices. They use the Gaussian elimination method to identify the missing variables and simplify the linear equations.