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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mathematics Within: Algebraic Patterns

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners investigate the concept of using proportions to compare quantities while also practicing calculations for foreign exchange rates. They develop the skill of solving for unknown quantities of money while using an algebraic equation.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Australian Currency

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students investigate currency and exchange rates.  In the middle school mathematics lesson, students use ratio and proportion to convert from Australian currency to the U.S. dollar and vice verse.  Students create their own...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Are Seeds in Danger?

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders discuss uses and disposal of common household chemicals. They select a household chemical to test for impact on plant germination. Students decide how they want to set up a seed germination project. They design their plan,...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Great Gas Race

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders improve their understanding of Graham's Law by using properties of gases to evaluate the rate of effusion of two compounds as they vaporize. They engage in a lab which elevates their understanding of the properties of gases.
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Worksheet
Lane Community College

Review Sheets: Basic Mathematics 2

For Students 5th - 8th Standards
A good mix of Pre-Algebra problems, learners tackle everything from proportions and equations, to polygons and circles. The sections are broken up by topic with a list of the skills that are required to complete the questions. 
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Lesson Plan
Cornell University

Atomic Bonding

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Explore the connection of surface area to bonding within atoms. Learners complete lab investigations to model changing surface area with different sizes and concentrations of atoms. A flour fireball demonstration follows the labs to...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Composting "The Right Mix"

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate the correct mix of material types for compost. In this composting lesson, students explore the correct amounts of different types of materials to create a compost heap. Students then create a compost heap.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Exponential Functions and the Natural Logarithm

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Students solve exponential and log functions. For this algebra lesson, students graph natural log and logarithmic functions. They compare and contrast between logs and the exponential graphs. 
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Interactive
Curated OER

Impedance Matching with Transformers

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this electrical circuit worksheet, students answer a series of 19 questions by analyzing schematics dealing with the transformers. Students will determine the amount of impedance to various scenarios.
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Interactive
Curated OER

AC metrology

For Students 10th - 12th
In this worksheet, students are asked 11 questions about AC currents and transformers and volt meters. Students can check answers online.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

How Does a Spring Scale Work?

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students create visuals of the effect of a spring scale. In this algebra lesson, students use the navigator to graph the effects created by a spring scale. They draw conclusion from the graph.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Direct Variation

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders solve problems involving direct variation.  The two page instructional activity contains explanation, examples, and twenty-one problems.  Answers are not included. 
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Design Project: Sensitive Audio Detector

For Students 10th - 12th
In this physics worksheet, students answer 5 conceptual questions about the sensitive audio detector they built. They analyze the component of their circuit.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Watering Soil

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this watering soil worksheet, students complete a simple activity, following directions to use a watering can to sprinkle, pour slowly, then pour "faster" onto soil and write about what they notice. Teacher guide is on page 2.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Price Is Right - Grocery Store Prices

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders use the unit price to compare which local grocery store has the best prices. Assign students to work with a partner and a role. One person is the recorder and the other is the mathematician.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Stars and Stripes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students design a United States flag using reasoning. They describe their design to make it easy for it to be duplicated. They share their designs with the class.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Arithmetic: Ratios

For Students 6th - 9th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students write ratios to model real-world scenarios. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and attempt...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Arithmetic: Unit Rates

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson, students learn to find unit rates. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and attempt practice problems.
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Lesson Plan
Social Science Education Consortium

Ssec: Employment Unemployment: How Can Both Rates Rise at the Same Time? [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
For this investigation, young scholars are asked to explain a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) announcement about unemployment, and look for a contradiction in the message. Then they are introduced to the definitions of employment,...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Arithmetic: Proportions

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students write proportions and then solve proportions by using equivalent rates. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Graphs of Exponential Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students learn to recognize, evaluate and graph exponential functions. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional videos and attempt...
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Unit Plan
Saddleback College

Algebra2 Go: Prealgebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The resource consists of comprehensive learning tools such as class notes, video lectures, and templates through which students can review prealgebra topics.