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Circles and Squares	Algebra (Math 3)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Using arithmetic reasoning and logic, players try to determine the secret values of the square and circle in as few turns as possible. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra (Math 4)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
This sketch contains a collection of five different shapes: a star, square, circle, triangle, and diamond. The weight of these shapes can be compared by using the provided balance scale; simply drag o... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Circles and Squares	Algebra (Math 4)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Using arithmetic reasoning and logic, players try to determine the secret values of the square and circle in as few turns as possible. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
This sketch contains a collection of five different shapes: a star, square, circle, triangle, and diamond. The weight of these shapes can be compared by using the provided balance scale; simply drag o... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Circles and Squares	Algebra and expressions (Math 5)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Using arithmetic reasoning and logic, players try to determine the secret values of the square and circle in as few turns as possible. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Balance	Algebra and expressions (Math 6)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
This sketch contains a collection of five different shapes: a star, square, circle, triangle, and diamond. The weight of these shapes can be compared by using the provided balance scale; simply drag o... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Exploring Algebra 1 with The G...	Algebra and expressions (Math 7)	Sketchpad	Activity	$	[1]
This collection of 56 activities compiled specifically for Algebra 1�including updated activities from Exploring Algebra with The Geometer's Sketchpad and many new ones�covers topics such as: <... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Properties of Parallel Lines	Alternate exterior angles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[2]
Students discover relationships among the angles formed when parallel lines are intersected by a transversal. The link to the activity itself is to a zip file that contains a pdf file of the activi... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Properties of Parallel Lines	Alternate interior angles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[2]
Students discover relationships among the angles formed when parallel lines are intersected by a transversal. The link to the activity itself is to a zip file that contains a pdf file of the activi... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Law of Sines Ambiguous Case	Ambiguous Case (Trigonometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[1]
Use a Geometer's Sketchpad file to investigate the ambiguous case of the law of sines. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Law of Sines Ambiguous Case	Ambiguous Case (Trigonometry)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Use a Geometer's Sketchpad file to investigate the ambiguous case of the law of sines. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Parametric Functions	Analysis of parametric curves (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Students investigate parametric functions in rectangular and polar coordinates. The link to the activity itself is to a zip file that contains both the activity in pdf format and the corresponding ... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Parametric Functions	Analysis of parametric curves (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Students investigate parametric functions in rectangular and polar coordinates. The link to the tool itself is to a zip file that contains both the sketch and a pdf file of the corresponding activi... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
From Secant Lines to Tangent L...	And average rate of change (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Activity		[1]
This activity demonstrates one of the many ways Sketchpad can be used in a calculus or math analysis class. Here, students explore the relationship between the slopes of secant lines to a curve... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Geometry Activities for Middle...	Angles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity	$	[0]
These activities provide students with the opportunity to explore geometric concepts such as symmetry, transformations, and even fractal geometry in a way no other teaching tool can. The dynamic ca... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Examining Angles in Circles	Angles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Investigate central angles, inscribed angles, angles formed by a tangent and chord, angles formed by intersecting chords, angels formed by two secants, angles formed by a tangent and a secant, and ang... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Examining Angles in Polygons	Angles of polygons (Math 7)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Help students to discover or reinforce the angle formulas associated with polygons. Includes an activity in PDF format and a prepared sketch. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Examining Angles in Polygons	Angles of polygons (Math 7)	Sketchpad	Tool		[0]
Help students to discover or reinforce the angle formulas associated with polygons. Includes an activity in PDF format and a prepared sketch. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Sketchpad Activities for Intro...	As an instant. rate of change (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Sketchpad Activities for Introducing Calculus Topics is a series of five activities designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of calculus. Use these activities near the end of Precalculus c... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Instantaneous Rate of Change	As an instant. rate of change (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Tool		[1]
Download this Sketchpad file to investigate instantaneous rate using a model of a door operated by a door closer. Students explore the graph of the door's angle as a function of time, and find the lim... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
From Secant Lines to Tangent L...	As the lim. of the diff. quot. (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Activity		[1]
This activity demonstrates one of the many ways Sketchpad can be used in a calculus or math analysis class. Here, students explore the relationship between the slopes of secant lines to a curve... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Exploring the Witch of Agnesi	Asymptotic behavior and limits (Calculus)	Sketchpad	Activity		[1]
This activity has students construct the graph of the Witch of Agnesi, and investigate both its asymptotes and inflection points. Fermat studied this function in the seventeenth century. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Exploring Centers of a Triangl...	Centers of triangles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Using problem solving skills, formal geometry, and The Geometer's Sketchpad, students will model and solve a real-world problem by constructing the centroid of a triangle. Students will explore... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Exploring Centers of a Triangl...	Centers of triangles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Using problem solving skills, formal geometry, and The Geometer's Sketchpad, students will model and solve two real-world problems by constructing the incenter and circumcenter of triangles. St... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Medians in a Triangle	Centers of triangles (Geometry)	Sketchpad	Activity		[0]
Students discover various properties of the three medians of a triangle. The link to the activity itself is to a zip file that contains a pdf file of the activity. This is a free sample a... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
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