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High school algebra 2 laboratories for Microsoft Word
Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution Station Rotation
A Hands-On Approach to Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution. This activity helps students to really understand the substitution method by having them physically replace a variable with its equivalent value.
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8th - 10th
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Height Vs. Arm Span Lab: Using real life data and linear regression
Students use their arm-span and heights to create a scatter plot and linear regression to find the equation for a line.
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8th - 12th
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Maximizing Volume: Cubic Functions (popcorn lab)
Student will create boxes from graph paper. Their goal is to make a bog with the biggest volume possible. They will then determine an equation representing the volume of a box. They'll use a graphing calculator to determine the maximum volume and height of the box as well as the domain and range. at the end of the activity they will determine how many pieces of popcorn could fit in their box. the teacher will then give them popcorn to snack on. This activity is a HIT! especially with those
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10th - 12th
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Scatterplots: Linear Regression Line of Best Fit:Forearms and Height (Editable)
After teaching my students about scatterplots, correlation, and the line of best fit, I take a day for them to do a hands-on lab, in which they measure their height (in inches) and their forearm length (from the tip of their elbow, to the bony point on their wrist), and we plot the class data, write the equation of the line of best fit, and then use the equation generated both forwards and backwards. They will need 45 minutes to an hour to do this in class.
Some years, the data have very littl
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7th - 12th
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Introduction to Polynomials Functions Lab (PBL PrBL Activity)
This lab is meant to launch your Polynomials unit in an Algebra 2 class or an Honors Algebra 1 class. This is a perfect addition to any PrBL/PBL run class. Before teaching students anything, let them explore an application for a polynomial (cubic) function and derive a function themselves. The pre-lab directs students to build an open-face-box out of a single piece of paper with the largest volume possible in any way they choose (do not give them any further directions!). At the end of the pre-l
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9th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Polynomial Functions Resource Bundle (PrBL PBL Unit)
Angled Projectile Lab
This is a lab assignment I created for projectiles launched at different angles. Students will compare the horizontal distances, time in the air, and height achieved by the marble at different launch angles. They will need to do some calculation, and answer conclusion questions at the end.
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11th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-PS3-2
Polynomial Functions Exploration (PrBL PBL Activity)
This lab is designed to 1) introduce the relationship between a function rule, written in intercept form, and the zeros on a graph for all polynomial functions & introduce the concept of end behavior 2) allow students an opportunity to review multiplying polynomials and plotting coordinates precisely by hand. My students were lacking a strong Algebra 2 foundation so I designed this lab for them to raise them up to Pre-Calculus concepts (polynomial behaviors based on the way the function rule
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Polynomial Functions Resource Bundle (PrBL PBL Unit)
Solving Triangles using Excel (Editable)
I think that when we use technology in the classroom with our students, we should teach them to use technology as a tool. One of the best applications for using a spreadsheet in class is in the solution of triangles. After my students have mastered the laws of sines and cosines with handheld calculators, and are familiar with the ambiguous case, I have them redo the same problems using excel.
It is a very challenging activity for them.
NOTE: Your students will need to have access to a comp
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10th - 12th
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Discover Completing the Square to Solve Quadratics
Build the foundation for deriving the quadratic formula with this two to three day lesson. Then derive the formula. Group activity with four slightly different worksheets, so individual work must also occur.
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9th - 11th
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Value verses Mileage of a Honda Accord EX and a Chrysler Systems Problem
In this lesson activity, students explore the value verses mileage of two different cars. The students use linear regression find a line of best fit for the value vs. mileage of each car. The two lines form a system of linear equations. Using their data and equations, students can determine when the values of the cars will be the same and decide which car depreciates at a slower rate.
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9th - 11th
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Using Excel for Arithmetic and Geometric Series (Editable)
I think use of technology of the mathematics classroom should be based on tools that people actually use in the real world, and I think that a spreadsheet is one of the most powerful tools I can teach my students to use.
This worksheet is best used right after students have mastered arithmetic and geometric sequences, as it extends what they've done.
I use an earlier activity/worksheet (Introduction to Excel) before I use this one. Once they've gained familiarity with how Excel works, I have
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10th - 12th
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Introduction to Excel - use after arithmetic and geometric sequences (Editable)
I think use of technology of the mathematics classroom should be based on tools that people actually use in the real world, and I think that a spreadsheet is one of the most powerful tools I can teach my students to use.
This worksheet is best used right after students have mastered arithmetic and geometric sequences, as it extends what they've done.
It has them use formulas, the median and average functions, and then it has them write a spreadsheet for the quadratic formula, which is tough fo
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10th - 12th
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Algebra Research Project
In this bivariate data analysis project, students will develop their own correlation-based study, design a data collection method, and calculate and present on their results. Students will need to have an understanding of data collection, research methods, scatterplots, line of best fit, regression, and correlation analysis to complete this project. In-class work time should minimum be 2 days, max 4, and presentations should take about 2 class days. Since grading happens during presentations, th
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9th - 12th
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Temperature Correlation Lab
Students will be able to find a correlation between the average monthly temperature of two cities in the world. Once students collect their data, they will create a scatter plot to further analyze the correlation, create a line of best fit, and answer a set of questions. I usually allow for two class periods so the kids aren't rushed. It takes my kids around an hour and a half to complete the lab. This is a Word Document so you can edit as you please!!
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8th - 12th
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Radian Lab --> Unit Circle
Students use circular objects and string to derive the circumference formula and therefore define what a "radian" is. Students finish by finding a formula for conversion between radians and degrees and complete the Unit Circle in radians.
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6th - 12th
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Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations Calculator Lab
Once students have learned how to apply the properties of logarithms and exponents to solve equations, they can use this lab to learn how to verify their answer using the graphing calculator intersect function. Step-by-step instructions are provided using one example, and further examples are provided. Students may work together or independently.
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10th - 12th
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Exponential Decay & Radiocarbon Dating
Interdisciplinary approach that introduces exponential growth with a real-world application, radiocarbon dating, used by archaeologists. Students wills date an organic artifact (i.e. a stuffed animal/toy/bone/etc.) using a sample of M&M's (C-14 atoms) to demonstrate beta decay (in which the M&M's become atoms of N-14).
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7th - 12th
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Piecewise Function Fun
This one-day lesson is good for early exploration of the piecewise function and how to obtain the graph of a piecewise function. Concepts such as domain and range and function notation are strengthened or assessed depending upon the learner. It is an activity which leads the learner step-by-step with group work possible and concludes with a whole-class discussion summary.
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10th - 12th
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Produce Polynomials
Use a real life application of tracking the inventory of grocery stores to learn the concept of adding and subtracting polynomials. Includes a worksheet and answer key.
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8th - 12th
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Absolute Value Graphing Lab
In this quick introductory lab, students will develop an understanding about the shape and properties of absolute value graphs by comparing contrasting similar linear and absolute value functions. Key included!
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7th - 12th
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