Concord Consortium
Always, Sometimes, Never
Do your learners always, sometimes, or never remember the properties of the segments in triangles? Get that number closer to always with a creative lesson analyzing all four segments. Scholars consider a statement about one of the...
Stanford University
Evaluating Historical Sources on Juana Briones
Most have never heard of Juana Briones, the incredible woman who came to own property and divorce her husband in 1850s California. Yet, her relatively unknown life reflects the historical dynamics of the American West, particularly those...
Curated OER
Compatible numbers to 20
Learners practice theories dealing with equals sign used as a balance, inequality symbols and practice utilizing a box or some other geometric shape to represent an unknown number. They assess numeracy problems embedded in language-rick...
Curated OER
Theory of Polynomials
In this theory of polynomials worksheet, students use the discriminant to determine whether the zeros are real and equal, real and unequal or complex. They find the values of the roots. This two-page worksheet contains 16 problems. ...
Curated OER
Quadrate Lab
Learners investigate tree stems and conduct an experiment on how non living factors affect living factors. In this tree stems lesson plan, students observe and record physical characteristics, and make predictions on what factors will...
Curated OER
Electricity and Ohm's Law Lesson Plan
Students investigate the concept of Ohm's Law and how it is used when finding a solution to an equation. They use properties of equality in order to find the solution for the variable. Students also apply a formula to real life problems...
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The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and Properties of the Definite Integral
Students discuss the importance of fundamental theorems in math. In this calculus lesson, students define the fundamental theorem of calculus and discuss why it is so important they understand it. They work problems to model how this...
Curated OER
Properties of Logarithms
In this logarithm worksheet, young scholars describe the steps in solving logarithm problems. They determine the value of given logarithms and justify their answers. This three-page worksheet contains 7 problems. Answers are given at...
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Multiplying Polynomials using the Distributive property.
Students factor polynomial functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems through factoring and distribution of the negative sign correctly.
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Integers - Graphical Representation
In this integers worksheet, 8th graders solve 21 various types of problems to include writing statements given as integers, writing a positive or negative integer for each point on a number line, and arranging integers in order from...
Curated OER
Inductive and Deductive Reasoning
High schoolers use logical arguments and inductive reasoning to make or disprove conjectures. After observing a teacher led demonstration, students discover that the deductive process narrows facts to a few possible conclusions. In...
Curated OER
Volume Lab
How can we find volume if it a shape isn't easy to measure? Investigate methods for determining this as the volume of regular and irregular objects is explored in several stations. Learners discover that when the standard formula for...
Curated OER
Math: Equal Area Triangles
Students examine a math worksheet and determine how to divide a single triangle into four of equal area. Using geometric principles, they sketch two additional ways to divide into into four equal triangles. To conclude, students...
Curated OER
Do These Properties Matter?
Third graders rotate between three property stations, the solid station, the gas station, and the liquid station. They experiment with each activity until the teacher gives the signal to change.
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The Commutative Cookie
Third graders investigate the commutative properties of multiplication and focus upon the setting of cubes in the correct patterns to solve problems. They differentiate between numbers that have multiple factors and prime numbers....
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Arrays To See Multiplication
Fifth graders examine multiplication. They construct arrays to demonstrate specific multiplication facts. They identify examples and non-examples of arrays. Students use counters to model the commutative property of multiplication.
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Easy Worksheet: Congruent Segments
For this congruent segments worksheet, high schoolers solve 6 short answer problems. Students justify steps in a proof by identifying the reason for various steps. High schoolers justify steps of proofs using the transitive property,...
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The Building Blocks
This PowerPoint is a comprehensive review of all the facts related to an atom's basic structure and function. What makes this unique is that it is geared toward an audience of junior geologists. After introducing the periodic table of...
Illustrative Mathematics
What Shape Am I?
Sharpen your pencil and grab a ruler, it's time to draw some quadrilaterals! Given the definition of a parallelogram, rectangle, and rhombus, learners draw examples and nonexamples of each figure. The three definitions are then used to...
Mathematics Vision Project
Quadratic Equations
Through a variety of physical and theoretical situations, learners are led through the development of some of the deepest concepts in high school mathematics. Complex numbers, the fundamental theorem of algebra and rational exponents...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Fractional Exponents
Wow! Here is a handout packed full of tips and worked-out solutions to supplement instruction on fractional exponents. The lesson introduces and thoroughly explains the Algebra II concept, and closes with a variety of example problems,...
Los Angeles County Office of Education
California State Standards: Algebra I
Starting a year of Algebra I? This mighty packet practices all of the major topics with different ranges of difficulty. Standards include everything from linear to quadratic to rational expressions. Use it in a variety of ways to...
Del Mar College
The Laws of Logs
Two students were sitting on a log and decided they wanted to be awesome at math. Bring in the logarithm handout! The first page introduces the idea of a logarithm and the different operations and rules it entails. The second page...
Curated OER
Matrix
Young scholars examine characteristics of a matrix. After identifying the determinant of a matrix, students explore the properties of matrix multiplication. They review the properties of matrix multiplication and identify determinants in...