(added 4/18/17). (added 2/9/17). by Desmos. Inspired by and with gratitude to Illustrative Mathematics and Open Up Resources. In this activity, students drag movable points along the number line to show the value (and meaning) of multiplication of fractions. 30-45 minutes. Several lessons provide multimodality options for face-to-face, online, or hybrid learning environments. This activity asks students to notice and use properties of linear functions to make groups of three. We believe that "smallest solution" is a more intuitive, early title, which you can then specify and formalize later in the activity. (added 12/19/17), This activity consists of a patterning problem to help students understand linear relationships. Leading up to this point in the bundle, students have worked with transformations of functions. More advanced inequalities are welcome, but not required. A very simple sorting activity where students are given expressions & equations and the sentence to describe them and have to match them up. (added 10/11/17). (added 11/20/16), Constructing Rectangles This activity helps students discover that perpendicular lines need opposite AND reciprocal slopes. (added 10/9/16), by mathycathy. As the activity closes, students consider whether two lines of fit will help in making long-term predictions. They use this information to practice writing equations of circles that extend a given pattern or match a given set of conditions. This activity serves as a prelude to formal conversations about vertical change, horizontal change, and slope. The calculator can be downloaded as an app to numerous devices including phones, iPads, and other handheld devices. Array This is a graph, not an activity. In this proportional reasoning activity, students will explore unit rate in the Click Battle arena. WNBA Scoring Averages Students make predictions about the number of points per game the top pick in the 2016 WNBA Draft will score in her rookie season, based on the number of points per game she scored in her NCAA senior season. (added 10/9/16). Inspired by Jon Orr. In this proportional reasoning activity, students explore the relationship between circle area, sector area, and sector angle. Adapted from CPM CCC1 Problem 5-89. by Robert Kaplinsky. This activity will help students make the transition from one-variable representations (eg. This Card Sort provides numerical expressions, word phrases, and red images that will help students make connections between concrete visuals and abstract notation. Its more of a general or open tool to be use as desired. Students will have their device open and on the calculator as well as have a print out of the worksheet that follows along with the presentation. In this activity, students determine whether a series of relationships represent functions. The activity begins with a quick review of graphing linear equations, and ends with several "create your own story" challenges. Students will graph the fu. Circle Patternsby Desmos. Eventually they'll create an algebraic expression and see how it helps them mow lots of lawns very quickly. Heres a nice one for practice. The key understanding is that parallel lines have the same slope and their y-intercepts may differ. 60+ minutes. Effective teachers optimize the potential of technology to develop students' understanding, stimulate their interest, and increase their proficiency in mathematics. In so doing, students, Students will explore properties of linear equations, tables and graphs while becoming familiar with the Desmos calculator!Students will use the graph to investigate characteristics of linear functions and identify these key features: slope x-intercepts y-intercepts identify points on a line and represent them in a table make connections between tables, equations, and graphsThere are 20 linear functions. Pre-made digital activities. This is to be a follow-up to the Awesome Coordinate Plane activity (see above). Application. Good times! Practice. This activity is NOT really "All About Area!". Students will develop their understanding of systems of equations, particularly as they're represented as tables, equations, and graphs. In this activity, students are introduced to the coordinate plane, axes, and quadrants. A silent video helps students visualize how a balanced scale can model solving an equation. This is a two piece activity. They'll see the representation of his proportions on a graph and manipulate the graph to see the giant change dynamically. Encourage higher level students to use fewer equations to increase the difficulty level. When teachers use technology strategically, they can provide greater access to mathematics for all students. (NCTM 2011) Desmos provides teachers will an easily accessible technology that promotes inquiry-based learning to build mathematical understanding in students. (7 activities) From Polygraph to Oreos, the linear systems bundleintroduces students to the meaning of a solution to a system of linear equations, and gives them some instruction and practice in introductory solution techniques. Each student is paired with another student. Point, Point, Slope by Christopher Kunkel. How did you see it? Good times! (added 9/18/16), by Joel Bezaire. In particular, students focus on linear vs nonlinear association, strong vs weak association, and increasing vs decreasing plots. See more ideas about activities, math, high school math. Critter Patterns by mathycathy. Students analyze features of a graph to match five population-vs-time graphs with five US cities. Return to Utilizing Desmos Activity Builder in the Mathematics Classroom. This Custom Polygraph is designed to spark vocabulary-rich conversations about points in the coordinate plane. In this activity, students use linear modeling to predict how long it will take for a smartphone to reach full charge. Students explore the relationship among angles formed by a transversal and a system of two lines. Avoid the zombies by traveling vertically and horizontally on a coordinate plane. Which result is more likelyred or blue? 30-45 minutes. Later we ask students to make conjectures about different groupings why might another student have grouped the cards in a particular way? They conclude by reflecting on the rates of change, and interpreting those values in context. I have use polygraphs with all levels of students from beginning Algebra through Pre-Calculus. (added 11/20/16). Different properties will lead to different groupings by different students. In this activity, students will use algebraic thinking to precisely (and efficiently) hang picture frames on the wall. Mean, Median, and Variability Students adjust movable points to explore mean, median, and variability. *Inspired by patterns athttp://www.visualpatterns.org/Feel free to have students use the following handout to: 1) Describe the pattern in their own words; 2) Draw the 4th step; 3) Sketch the 43rd step; 4) Make a table; 5) Write the function for each pattern; Handout: http://bit.ly/VPhandout (added 10/9/16). Designed to spark vocabulary-rich conversations about scatter plots. They will CREATE an equation so that it has the smallest possible solution for x. Card Sort. 30-45 minutes. [editors note: Seems redundant to activities in Systems Bundle], Solving Linear Systems by EliminationUse this lesson to introduce students to the elimination method for solving systems of equations. They begin by identifying which graph is which (private, public, two-year), and continue by making a prediction, building and using a model, and testing their prediction against actual data. (added 2/9/17), Central ParkHow far apart do parking space dividers need to be? (added 8/17/17) See. When students enter the code, Desmos randomly mixes up the cards on their screens. Use a number line to: better understand inequality notation; by Desmos. Any student who can graph a line can make satisfying progress on Winking Boy. Key vocabulary that may appear in student questions includes: right, left, above, below, quadrant, axis, positive, negative, coordinate, x-value (or abscissa), and y-value (or ordinate). I have a dynamic raw data list that students are working with and I have a list that is storing the mode (s) from that raw data list, both of which Id like to be able to print as a student generates new questions. See this tweetfor a good pic of the template. Activity creators can build a series of screens that walk a student through interactive activities. by Desmos. Graphing linear equations in slope-intercept form. Students will be asked t Subjects: Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Grades: Students explore reflections over the x-axis and y-axis, with an emphasis on how the coordinates of the pre-image and image are related. Explore the distributive property both conceptually and algebraically. A useful tool for assessing students ability to see these important attributes of triangles. Desmos is an equity and access answer for all our students. (2016) In my own experience in the classroom, I see students who are hesitant to utilize the handheld graphing calculators effortlessly use the Desmos graphing calculator. They gather more information to increase the accuracy of their predictions. This activity will help students make the transition from one-variable representations (eg. A variety of math levels, including elementary, would benefit from utilizing card sorts. (added 8/2/17). Desmos and Desmos Classroom Activities for Math Grades 7-12 Jim Olsen, Ph.D. and Kim Hartweg, Ph.D. Western Illinois University July 2018 (A few slides. (added 8/25/16), by mathycathy. (For example, runners can't keep getting faster linearly. Students analyze time vs distance relationships in graphs, tables, and equations, and interpret the results (and parameters) in context. (added 9/10/16), Evaluate Expressions With Exponentsby Mr. Adam Santos. Functions and non-functions can be graphed without changing the mode. Student can interact with the activity on Desmos in order to practice their skills graphing linear equations from Slope Intercept form and Point Slope Form, Student can interact with the activity on Desmos in order to practice their skills graphing linear equations from Slope Intercept form. With the grid in play, students are able to use the slope of the lines (whether formally, or informally) to improve the accuracy of their predictions. Upon completion, students should feel comfortable with the basic features of the Desmos graphing calculator. Key vocabulary that may appear in student questions includes: right, left, above, below, quadrant, axis, positive, negative, coordinate, x-value (or abscissa), and y-value (or ordinate). I would recommend working in pairs. 60+ minutes. In this activity, students use angles to adjust lasers and mirrors as they seek to hit all three targets in a series of challenges. Key vocabulary that may appear in student questions includes: piecewise, continuous, and interval. This can be done at the start of the activity, or during the previous day. Students will see what other students choose, and consider different opinions and justifications. Students use U.S. opening weekend movie data to predict total U.S. gross for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. With that in mind, it makes a great first activity in an exponential functions unit. Graph four sets of 3 lines. Prior to beginning this activity, students should have experience solving systems of linear equations graphically and algebraically. (Add 9/10/16), by Desmos. After most students have played 2-3 games, consider taking a short break to discuss strategy, highlight effective questions, and encourage students in their use of increasingly precise academic language. Students will learn how math can give them the power to quickly mow dozens of lawns without breaking a sweat.