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Illustrative Math-Media4Math Alignment

 

 

Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 8 Unit 2

Dilations, Similarity, and Introducing Slope

Lesson 10: Meet Slope

Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.

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Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 2 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 2 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 2

This video provides a step-by-step tutorial on using the slope formula. In this example the slope is positive. Note the download is a PDF that can used to demonstrate the step-by-step calculations.

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Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 3 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 3 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 3

This video provides a step-by-step tutorial on using the slope formula. In this example the slope is zero. Note the download is a PDF that can used to demonstrate the step-by-step calculations.

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Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 4 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 4 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 4

This video provides a step-by-step tutorial on using the slope formula. In this example the slope is negative. Note the download is a PDF that can used to demonstrate the step-by-step calculations.

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Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 5 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 5 Video Tutorial: Using the Slope Formula: Example 5

This video provides a step-by-step tutorial on using the slope formula. In this example the slope is undefined. Note the download is a PDF that can used to demonstrate the step-by-step calculations.

Slope
Math Videos Video Tutorial: Visualizing Slope Video Tutorial: Visualizing Slope

In this video students learn how to calculate the slope of a line, given two coordinates. This is done by measuring the rise and the run and is a precursor to learning to use the slope formula. The video also discusses positive and negative slopes.

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Video Tutorial: What Is Slope? Video Tutorial: What Is Slope?

Using the context of staircases, this video explores the basic idea of slope. The video defines slope as a ratio and provides examples of calculating slope using the ratio of the rise over the run.

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VIDEO:  Algebra Applications: Linear Functions, Segment 2: Cycling VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Linear Functions, Segment 2: Cycling VIDEO: Algebra Applications: Linear Functions, Segment 2: Cycling

Topic

Linear Functions

Description

Applies linear functions to cycling, calculating hill grades and distances using slope formulas and graphing.

Linear functions are fundamental in understanding mathematical relationships between two variables. The video demonstrates their application in real-life scenarios, enhancing comprehension of key concepts like slope, intercepts, and graphical representation. This foundational knowledge prepares students for more advanced mathematical topics.

Special Functions and Applications of Linear Functions
VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Linear Functions, Segment 2 VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Linear Functions, 2 VIDEO: Algebra Nspirations: Linear Functions, Segment 2

In this Math Lab we explore slope in the context of the steepness of staircases. This video is Segment 2 of a 4 segment series related to Algebra Nspirations: Linear Functions.

Applications of Linear Functions
VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 1 VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 18 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 1

In this TI-Nspire CX tutorial, the Graph Window is used to calculate the slope of the line between two points. The text window is used to generate a formula linked to coordinate values. Note: This video does not contain audio.

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VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 2 VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 19 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 2

In this TI-Nspire CX tutorial, the Graph Window and Spreadsheet Window are used to calculate the slope of the line between two points. The coordinates of the points are linked to variables, which are then used in the Spreadsheet Window to calculate the slope. The split-screen, dynamically linked windows allow you to manipulate the points, while getting an updated value for the slope. Note: This video does not include audio.

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VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 3 VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 20 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 3

In this Nspire CX tutorial, randomly create two points in a Spreadsheet Window. Graph them as a scatterplot. Connect the two points using the Line tool, then measure the slope of the line. Creating new random coordinates will yield a new line with a new slope. Note: This video does not include audio.

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VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 4 VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 21 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope Formula 4

In this TI-Nspire CX tutorial, use the Geometry tools to construct a line whose measurements for the rise and run can be used to calculate the slope. Note: This video does not contain audio.

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VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope of a Line Between Two Points VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 22 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope of a Line Between Two Points

In this Nspire CX tutorial learn how to find the slope between two points connected by a line.

Slope-Intercept Form
VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope-Intercept Form with Sliders VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 23 VIDEO: TI-Nspire CX Mini-Tutorial: Slope-Intercept Form with Sliders

In this Nspire CX tutorial linear functions in slope-intercept form are graphed using sliders.

Slope-Intercept Form
VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Slope Formula Template VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 56 VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Slope Formula Template

In this TI Nspire tutorial for the TI-Nspire CAS, the Calculator Window is used to create a function to calculate the slope. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad.

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VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Slope of a Line Connecting Two Points VIDEO: Ti-Nspire Mini-Tutorial, Video 72 VIDEO: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Finding the Slope of a Line Connecting Two Points

In this TI Nspire tutorial, the Graph window is to find the slope of two points connected by a line. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad.

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WorksheetThumbnail.jpg Worksheet: Crossword Puzzle--Slope Intercept Form Worksheet | Crossword Puzzle | Slope-Intercept Form

This is part of a collection of math worksheets that are crossword puzzles of math vocabulary.

—CLICK PREVIEW TO SEE THE PUZZLE— To see the complete collection of crossword puzzles, click on this link.

The following section provides background on functions and linear functions.

Slope-Intercept Form
Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Slope Formula Template Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Slope Formula Template Worksheet: TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial: Creating a Slope Formula Template

This is part of a collection of math worksheets on the use of the TI-Nspire graphing calculator. Each worksheet supports a companion TI-Nspire Mini-Tutorial video. It provides all the keystrokes for the activity.

To see the complete worksheet collection on this topic, click on this link. Note: The download is a PDF file.

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