TeachersFirst Algebra - Grades 6-8
If you are teaching pre-algebra or algebra or just middle school math, this is a MUST see collection. Use these resources to meet the NCTM Algebra Standards for grades 6-8. Many of these tools are ideal for use on your interactive whiteboard or in your BYOD (or 1:1) classroom. Find topics that relate to the content being taught in your classroom. Share these resources with students on your class website. Use these tools for remediation and review with all students. Share with gifted students for additional enrichment and advancement opportunities. Use these resources in pre-algebra through advanced algebra classes. Share these tools with families for at-home practice.
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Math Transformations - Math Transformations
Grades
K to 12
tag(s): base ten (5), blogs (71), counting (66), decimals (94), equations (132), fractions (179), manipulatives (12), numbers (119), order of operations (32), ratios (52)
In the Classroom
Students can use the Math Choice Boards that are created and use Padlet reviewed here to share their favorite activity. Students can complete the activities listed on the website. Students can create their own step-by-step directions to solve problems using Book Creator, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Making Maths fun: Revision activities for students - Teacher ACER
Grades
4 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): game based learning (288)
In the Classroom
Students can create their own problems for the different revision games featured in the video. Students can create a quiz using Baamboozle, reviewed here. Students can create a video solving the equation using Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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7th Grade Math - Khan Academy
Grades
6 to 8tag(s): differentiation (82), flipped learning (8), integers (25), percent (63), personalized learning (11)
In the Classroom
Have students apply concepts from the ratios or rates units to solve real-life problems, such as planning a class party budget or comparing travel times. Assign small groups different sets of practice problems from the rational numbers, expressions, and equations units. Encourage discussion and peer teaching as students solve and explain their reasoning. As an extension activity, challenge students to create mini video tutorials explaining a 7th-grade math concept inspired by Khan Academy's format. They can use a tool like Vmaker, reviewed here to record and share with peers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Practice Course 6th Grade Math - Khan Academy
Grades
5 to 7tag(s): area (54), data (199), differentiation (82), equations (132), exponents (40), flipped learning (8), fractions (179), geometric shapes (152), personalized learning (11), ratios (52), volume (35)
In the Classroom
After studying ratios, send students on a classroom or home scavenger hunt to find and record real-life ratio examples (e.g., ingredients, measurements, objects). They can then create word problems based on their findings. Have students apply their knowledge of fraction division by scaling recipes up or down to practice their skills. They can write out the steps, show their work with visual models, and present how they adjusted quantities to serve different groups. Using Khan's lessons on surface area, have students create 3D models from nets using paper or cardstock. They can calculate and compare surface area and volume, and explain how changing dimensions affect each measurement.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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8th Grade Math - Khan Academy
Grades
7 to 9tag(s): data (199), differentiation (82), equations (132), flipped learning (8), functions (59), personalized learning (11), transformations (12)
In the Classroom
Assign Khan Academy videos on a topic such as linear equations for homework or station work. In class, students rotate through problem-solving stations where they apply the concept in real-world scenarios, collaborative puzzles, or teacher-led mini-lessons. After completing units on data and linear models, have students collect real-life data (like temperatures, test scores, or survey responses) and graph them using Class Tools, reviewed here. Use Khan Academy's resources on lines of best fit to help them interpret their results. Have students track their mastery progress in Khan Academy using screenshots and written reflections. Encourage them to set personal goals, reflect on mistakes, and share successes in a digital math portfolio or end-of-unit math journal using a digital tool such as Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Classroom Case Studies - Annenberg Learner
Grades
6 to 8In the Classroom
Have students design growing patterns using manipulatives (such as tiles or cubes), record the changes, and describe the rule. Then, challenge classmates to figure out the rule from the pattern. Present simple number patterns (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 8...) and ask students not only to write the rule (e.g., "multiply the position by 2") but also to explain why it works. Provide students with partial input-output tables, ask them to determine the rule, and encourage multiple representations with words, equations, and graphs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Achievery - AT&T
Grades
K to 12tag(s): blended learning (28), coding (97), digital citizenship (103), engineering (136), environment (248), equations (132), geometric shapes (152), graphic design (48), internet safety (118), literature (213), map skills (67), measurement (126), media literacy (112), narrative (15), numbers (119), operations (71), order of operations (32), problem solving (265), remote learning (32), Research (80), social and emotional learning (144), spanish (107), STEM (343), substitutes (25), writing (307)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save this site as a resource for lessons in many content areas to engage students using popular video clips. Although originally designed for remote learning, all lessons can be easily adapted for in-class instruction. Easily find activities to differentiate instruction for different student ability levels by browsing options below or above the student's current grade level. Many lessons include worksheets in PDF format. Turn these activities into a digital format by taking a screenshot of the document, then save as the background on Google Slides, reviewed here. Add text boxes in the appropriate place on the slide for students to add responses. Use Pear Deck Flashcard Factory, reviewed here, to create flashcards for students to practice the vocabulary highlighted in each lesson.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Graspable Math - David Landy, Erik Weitnauer, & Erin Ottmar
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): equations (132), iwb (28), problem solving (265), quadratics (29)
In the Classroom
This site is a must-have for use in pre-algebra, algebra, and high school math classrooms! Science teachers will also find many uses for this interactive math board. Use Graspable Math to demo equations and formulas with students in several different ways. Share a link with students to use on their personal devices or classroom computers and allow them time to explore and experiment with the different options. This site includes many features that may take time to learn and understand. Start slowly with simple problems and take advantage of the video tutorials to become familiar with the many different uses. Ask students to create explainer videos to share with peers using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here. Save and share boards for students to view or for students who were not in class during lessons. Ask students to create and share demo boards that feature different methods for solving equations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Expii - Expii, Inc.
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): atoms (43), cells (82), charts and graphs (193), decimals (94), earth (192), electricity (60), equations (132), fractions (179), magnetism (36), molecules (41), number lines (33), number sense (73), planets (124), ratios (52), space (238), stars (79), STEM (343), sun (83), transformations (12), variables (20)
In the Classroom
Include Expii with your links for students to use at home and in class. Expii is an excellent way to provide content explanation through the voice of many different speakers, allowing the opportunity to increase student understanding. To enhance learning, ask groups of students to view lessons provided by the different contributors, then ask them to compare and contrast information by creating a concept map or Venn Diagram using Canva, reviewed here. At the end of a teaching unit, ask students to redefine what they learned using a multimedia tool like Adobe Creative Cloud Express for Education, reviewed here, or Sway, reviewed here, to share their learning. Be sure to have them include their own video explanation of the content.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Math at the Core: Middle School - PBS Learning Media
Grades
5 to 8tag(s): commoncore (61), decimals (94), equations (132), exponents (40), fractions (179), functions (59), geometric shapes (152), mass (21), measurement (126), operations (71), order of operations (32), place value (43), ratios (52), volume (35)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save this site as a resource for math lessons and activities throughout the year. Consider using a collaborative bookmarking tool like Wakelet, reviewed here, and include Math at the Core with your other math resources to share with fellow educators. Wakelet offers the ability to collaborate and share bookmarks with others and also add comments. Incorporate lessons from Math at the Core and your own resources into an interactive learning tool like playposit, reviewed here. Personalize your resources using PlayPosit to create lessons with video, questions, polls, and more.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NCTM Illuminations Algebra Resources 6th - 8th Grade - NCTM
Grades
5 to 9tag(s): charts and graphs (193), equations (132), functions (59), number lines (33), patterns (80), ratios (52)
In the Classroom
Keep this site in your professional favorites to find supporting technology for teaching algebra. As you find practice or extension ideas for student use or at home reinforcement, share specific links on your class web page or classroom computer center for students to access independently or as you assign them for needed practice. The full site could be overwhelming for most parents, so share the specific areas that fit your curriculum.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Pixar in a Box - Khan Academy and Pixar
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): animation (62), creativity (82), movies (52), STEM (343)
In the Classroom
This site is excellent for enrichment. Include it on your class webpage for students to access both in and out of class. Share the opening video for lessons, then allow students to explore and complete the videos at their own pace. Use this site for enrichment with your gifted students or students interested in art and filmmaking. Challenge students to use concepts presented in the Pixar in a Box tutorials to create their own animated films.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Math = Love - Sarah Hagan
Grades
6 to 10This site includes advertising.
tag(s): blogs (71), charts and graphs (193), data (199), equations (132), logic (161), polynomials (23), pythagorean theorem (20), quadratics (29)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the many free lessons and downloads on this site. Be sure to sign up to receive email notifications of new blog entries or follow her on Pinterest. Bookmark and save this site for use throughout the year. If you are beginning the process of integrating technology, have students create blogs sharing their learning and understanding using Telegra.ph, reviewed here. This blog creator requires no registration. Be sure to share Math=Love with your department and especially a new teacher.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ProfRobBob's YouTube Channel - Rob Tarrou
Grades
7 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): angles (52), area (54), charts and graphs (193), equations (132), factoring (29), functions (59), inequalities (27), polynomials (23), probability (129), problem solving (265), quadratics (29), statistics (128), volume (35)
In the Classroom
Share these videos on an interactive whiteboard or projector. FLIP your classroom and have students view the videos at home to discuss and apply the next day in class (this is an excellent option if your school blocks YouTube). Use the videos to introduce or practice any math topic and assign others from the series for homework. Be sure to provide this link on your class website for students (and their families) to access at home for additional math practice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SolveMe Puzzles - The Transition to Algebra (TTA) project
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): logic (161), problem solving (265), puzzles (158)
In the Classroom
SolveMe Puzzles are perfect for use on interactive whiteboards (or a projector) as part of your Algebra lessons. Create a link to the puzzles on classroom computers for student use as part of your differentiated learning options. Be sure to share a link on your class website for use at home. Have students create an annotated image including text boxes and related links using a tool such as Thinglink, reviewed here, to explain solutions to puzzles.Comments
It is good to motivate learners to study mathematics subject while playing.Elesio Catalla, , Grades: 0 - 12
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Art of Problem Solving Videos - Richard Rusczyk
Grades
6 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): decimals (94), exponents (40), fractions (179), geometric shapes (152), percent (63), perimeter (21), probability (129), problem solving (265), quadratics (29), ratios (52), venn diagrams (14)
In the Classroom
Share videos on your interactive whiteboard or projector to reinforce concepts taught in class. Create a link on classroom computers for students to view in the classroom or from home. Be sure to share a link (or embed) videos on your classroom website or blog for student viewing at home. If you are running a flipped classroom, use these videos as an introduction for students to view at home and discuss the next day in class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Flipped Math - The Algebros
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): blended learning (28), differentiation (82), Online Learning (33), remote learning (32), teaching strategies (67)
In the Classroom
Flipped Math is also perfect for blended learning. Begin your journey into the flipped, blended or remote learning classroom by trying a single lesson or two in which your students have access to view videos at home. Use videos and practice problems found on the site as a supplement to your current lessons. Flipped Math is also perfect for Flipped Learning - Embed videos on your class website or blog for use at home. Even if you are not "flipping," these will make terrific reinforcement for struggling students -- and possibly for parents who want to help, but cannot remember the math skills. Do you want to learn more about flipping your classroom? Find many ideas and suggestions at Flipped Learning Global Initiative.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Bootstrap - Emmanuel Schanzer
Grades
8 to 12This site includes advertising.
In the Classroom
Bootstrap is best used in a Math or Technology class. Additionally, students who are interested in the topic can learn as part of an extra project (Graduation Project or after school program) or as part of a Gifted Program. Check out the information in the Materials section to view content covered. Use these tips for safely managing email registrations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wolfram Demonstrations Project - Wolfram Mathematica
Grades
4 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): addition (136), animals (267), architecture (81), computers (107), division (108), fractions (179), geometric shapes (152), gravity (50), logic (161), maps (222), money (113), multiples (15), multiplication (132), plants (139), psychology (61), statistics (128), subtraction (117), weather (170)
In the Classroom
Explain how to use the Demonstrations on your interactive whiteboard (or projector). Allow students to explore on their own classroom computers. (Remember to download the CDF player onto each computer or request it in advance from your tech department.) Challenge students to create a talking avatar using a photo or other image (legally permitted for reproduction). Use avatars to explain activities performed using a Demonstration. Use a site such as Blabberize, reviewed here. The beauty of the demonstrations is that it allows students to manipulate and "play" to view the impact of changes made, allowing many opportunities for classroom discussion. Ask students to predict the impact of changes using the manipulate command; then discuss the actual impact as it occurs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MathFlix - Loyola University Chicago School of Education
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): area (54), charts and graphs (193), decimals (94), estimation (36), fractions (179), inequalities (27), logic (161), money (113), numbers (119), patterns (80), percent (63), perimeter (21), polls and surveys (41), probability (129), problem solving (265), statistics (128), symmetry (32), variables (20), whole numbers (8)
In the Classroom
Bookmark this site as a resource for math videos to use on your interactive whiteboard or on classroom computers. Watch videos together to introduce or review classroom concepts. Or "flip" your classroom by sharing the videos or independent viewing before you discuss the topic in class. Share a link to videos on your classroom website or blog for students to use as a review resource at home. Share this entire site on your class website, wiki, or blog for alternative presentations of topics that are difficult. Challenge cooperative learning groups to create videos of their own on math concepts. Share the videos on a site such as TeacherTube.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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