The Quadratic Quandary

Students will sort various quadratic equations by the method they would use for solving (ie. factoring, quadratic formula). Then as a class they justify their placements and eventually discover that there are many ways to solve and that some make sense in different situations, however there is no real "correct" method for each equation type.

Resource ID#: 51208 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Document Camera

Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)

Keywords: Quadratic equations

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Formative Assessment, Student Center Activity

Instructional Design Framework(s): Cooperative Learning

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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