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Adding Integers with Counters

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students add integers and use counters to create a visual. In this algebra lesson, students work in pairs as they use the computer to add integers. They complete an assessment on adding integers at the end of the activity.
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WORKSHEET # 7 [4.1, 4.2, & 4.3], Exponent Review

For Teachers Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this algebra worksheet, learners answer 37 multiple choice questions, each having to do with exponential operations. Twenty-five problems require students to multiply exponential terms. four problems involve dividing with exponents. 8...
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Number and Algebra: Again and Again

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Young scholars use a given spreadsheet to investigate an iterative process by changing the variables. They design their own spreadsheet to investigate the iterative process.
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Chapter 5 Solving Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the concept of algebra topics. In this algebra topics lesson, students solve linear and quadratic equations. Students solve systems and factor equations. Students practice problems involving perfect square trinomials and...
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Order of Operations

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders use the order of operations to evaluate numerical expressions containing parenthesis and brackets.  The one page interactive worksheet contains instruction, worked examples and ten practice...
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Gift Wrapping

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the example of a gift wrapping service found in the mall in order to create a problem situation that can be solved mathematically. They convert the word problem into algebraic expressions to be solved.
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Patterns

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students identify patterns in equations. In this algebra lesson, students write equations of problems with recurring patterns. They relate and model real life situation using functions.
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Translations and Scale Changes

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students perform translation and transformation of functions. In this algebra lesson, students write the formula for the different transformation and graph given translation. They compare the change to the parent function.
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What's My Function?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students use input / output tables to help them solve algebraic equations. They use patterns and relations to represent and analyze mathematical situations using algebraic symbols.
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Balanced Or Unbalanced

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students use physical models and graphs in order to solve problems that have their origin in the real world that require algebraic thinking. The words are changed into equations and inequalities in order to be solved. This requires...
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Linear Functions

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve, identify and define linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students calculate the slope and y-intercept of a line. They graph the line given two points and the slope.
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Three Squirrels and a Pile of Nuts

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students solve story problems using a spreadsheet in combination with various problem-solving strategies. Working in teams of three, students create attempt to solve a story problem using three different methods; using manipulative,...
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Is the System Fair?

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students investigate shapes and patterns. In this algebra lesson, students move from concrete to abstract understanding of shapes and concepts. They use variable to identify the unknown.
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Slopes and Lines

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students identify the slopes of a line. In this algebra instructional activity, students calculate the slope and intercept of a line. They graph their lines using a TI calculator.
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Laws of Exponents

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders identify the different laws of exponents. In this algebra lesson plan, 9th graders write the rules of exponents and use them to solve problems. They use the product, quotient laws to solve problems.
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Tukutuku Patterns

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students complete a series of lessons involving Tukutuku patterns, their rotations and area formulae. They determine the algebraic formulae for sequences. They use images as they work through the lessons to find the number of crosses in...
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Running on Metrics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use the metric system to convert equations. They use a conversion table to change from metric units to the units they are more comfortable with (Fahrenheit temperatures, miles, quarts, pounds.) Students use algebraic equations...
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Batting the Unknown

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students use batting averages to provide a measure of a player's past success. They use Algebra to calculate required performance to improve the average. Students compare baseball batting statistics early in the season and late in the...
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Adding and Subtracting Radical Expressions

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra instructional activity, students add and subtract 28 radical expressions. Eight problems have the same radicand, twenty involve students factoring out a square prior to the addition and subtraction.
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Multiplying and Dividing Positives and Negatives

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra activity, students solve 20 integer division problems and 16 integer multiplication problems. The first 10 division problems are written to look like fractions.
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Simplifying Rational Expressions

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra worksheet, students simplify fractions involving variables and coefficients. Students must factor polynomials to find common factors in 20 of the problems.
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Solving Equations by Completing the Square

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra learning exercise, students solve 24 quadratic equations using the process called completing the square. Students must first use mathematics to write the quadratic equation in standard form (ax^2+bx+c=0).
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Reading/Writing Whole Numbers

For Students 6th - 7th
In this pre-algebra worksheet, students write 15 numerals in standard form when given the numeral in words. They write the word form of 15 numerals when given the standard form of each.
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Rounding Numbers

For Students 7th - 8th
In this pre-algebra worksheet, students round 6 whole numbers to the underlined place. They round to an indicated place value in 6 problems. Students round to the underlined place value in 6 decimal numbers. They round to the given place...