Parallel parking might be difficult, but finding parallel lines is fairly simple. In this lesson, learners first complete an assessment task involving parallel and perpendicular lines in the coordinate plane. Individuals then take part...

class members first work through finding the equation, table of values, graph, and key features of a linear function expressed verbally. Individuals then work through several more problems given different representations.

Groups sort through NASA data provided in a graphic to create a graph using uniform units and intervals. Individuals then make connections to the increasing, decreasing, and constant intervals of the graph and relate these...

This fabulous resource is a must-have for any algebra teacher's arsenal of lessons. Developing the idea of equations and use of variables from basic physical scenarios, learners gain valuable intuition in the structure and meaning of...

This comprehensive unit investigates transformations of quadratics, having learners follow "Optima" through the development and growth of her quilting business. Deftly weaving the story into the mathematical mechanics, the unit gives...

Math and science meet in this lesson on hybrid electric automobiles. This 24-page resource provides everything you need for teaching a lesson that compares the use of internal combustion engines to hybrid electric engines. Participants...

More of a math lesson than physics or space science, high schoolers take a set of data and plot it on a log-log coordinate system. The write-up for day two was never completed, but day one, "Stars and Slopes," is complex and cohesive....

For this slope-intercept form, students identify the x- and y-intercept form of a line. They graph equations using the slope and y-intercept. Students write the equation of a line that contains a pair of points. This one-page worksheet...

Using Wolframalpha graphing capabilites, algebra learners graph polynomials with degrees of three and larger. They identify the roots and graph each polynomial, predict zeros and shapes of graphs, and validate their understanding through...

Algebra students use manipulatives to solve linear equations. They use manipulatives, symbolic methods, and substitution to demonstrate each algebraic solution.

An activity around linear equations, slope, and intercept is here for you. In it, young mathematicians engage in a whole-class activity while the teacher uses the overhead projector graphing calculator. This activity also focuses on...

In this least squares activity, students solve 6 different problems that include the least squares of numbers. First, they plot 3 points on the axes shown and draw in their best approximating line. Then, students estimate the slope and...

In this linear equations worksheet, students read and interpret graphed linear equations.  They read a story problem, write a linear equation, and plot the points on a coordinate plane.  This five-page worksheet cotnains 12...

In this quadratic functions activity, students solve and complete 16 various types of problems. First, they find the information for each equation and graph each problem on a grid. Then, students write the quadratic functions in standard...

For this functions and relations worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they find the slope and y-intercept for each function given. Then, students find the slope of the line passing through the...

In this solving quadratic equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 9 different types of problems. First, they graph each quadratic equation by factoring. Then, students find the axis of symmetry and the vertex. They also find...

In this graphing solutions worksheet, 9th graders solve 13 various types of problems. First, they find the solution of each systems by graphing on the coordinate plane provided. Then, students solve each systems of equations...

In this factoring polynomials worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 33 different multiple choice problems. First, they determine the equation that best represents a simplified form after factoring out the GCF. Then, students...

In this slope and intercept worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include the graphs of various forms of linear equations. First, they determine the slope of a line given the equation. Then, students determine if the...

In this graphs and equations of lines worksheet, 10th graders solve 12 different problems that include graphs and various equations of lines. First, they determine the slope of a line that passes through two sets of points. Then,...

Learners complete an activity, included, of the information on asymptotes and intercepts. They also solve and complete eight questions on graphing rational functions, file included. Finally, pupils summarize vertical asymptotes,...

In this line worksheet, students solve eighteen problems related to slope, t-intercept, and equations of lines.  Three of the problems are multiple choice, two are graphs, and the rest are free-response problems.

In this graphs of quadratic equations instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 9 different types of problems. First, they find the x- and y-intercept of each equation by using the quadratic formula. Then, students find the...

For this linear systems worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 4 different problems by graphing. First, they graph the first equation shown. Then, students graph the second equation on the same coordinate system as the first. They...