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I have been a mathematics teacher for four-years at local public and charter schools. Prior, I've spent time a a college math tutor, private tutor, and substitute teacher.
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Preview of Correlation vs. Causation Talking Points, Prompt & Assessment

Correlation vs. Causation Talking Points, Prompt & Assessment

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The Correlation vs. Causation Talking Points includes task cards, prompts to incorporate discussion, and an assessment. The task cards and assessment have answer keys attached with brief explanations. There are 15 task cards where students can work individually, pairs, or small groups identifying whether cards form a correlation or causation relationship. In the Talking Points, this is designed to be whole class where students take a side on what they believe a passage to be. The assessment
Preview of Measure of Center:  Paper Airplane Activity

Measure of Center: Paper Airplane Activity

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Students can further explore the meaning of statistical measures of center: mean, median, and mode by experimentation. This is a fun activity to explore measures of center. I use this activity with my Algebra 1 students when we start our descriptive data unit before we start talking about graphical displays (i.e. box plots, histograms, etc.). We compare measures of centers and analyze when it is appropriate to use a specific measure. Included: 1. Collect data from Paper Airplane 2. Bracke
Preview of Solving Equations - BUNDLE

Solving Equations - BUNDLE

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The Solving Equations - BUNDLE includes 118 pages and hundreds of problems on one, two, and multi-step equations, etc. There are activities, worksheets, assessments, etc. for you to teach solving equations in one-variable. Equations included one-step, two-step, multi-step, word problems, literal equations, etc. The bundle includes the following: Solving Equations in One - Variable Practice - Rookie, All-Star, MVP Solving Equations in One - Variable - Relay Race Solving Equations in One - Varia
Preview of Solving System of Equations by Elimination - Adding Maze

Solving System of Equations by Elimination - Adding Maze

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The Solving System of Equations by Elimination - Adding Maze Assignment includes 24 problems. Students will determine the correct path to get from the start to the end of the maze by solving elimination problems. All systems can be solved by addition - a variable has an inverse for elimination. An answer key is also included. This is a great activity for independent practice. You can assess students' comprehension of solving systems by elimination. Or have students work with a partner to co
Preview of Today's Math Date (Increase Number Sense)

Today's Math Date (Increase Number Sense)

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This item is designed to increase students’ number sense by using something they see every day – THE DATE. The operations for the date include using order of operations, exponent properties, square roots/simplifying radicals, operations with fractions and decimals, etc. With this purchase, you receive month, day, and year. The day is where students will test their basic arithmetic. It’s color-coded and organized so you can easily change the date and user-friendly for the teacher. My student
Preview of Exponent Properties Digital Activity

Exponent Properties Digital Activity

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This Exponent Properties Digital Activity is a great addition for distance learning or incorporating technology to your classroom. This is primarily use for Math 8 or Pre-Algebra classes. Students will engage in a variety of problem types. These range from classifying real number system with Drag N Drop different properties: power rule, product rule, quotient rule, negative exponent rule, zero rule, etc. Students will convert between exponent form, expanded form and numerical answer. They w
Preview of Conceptual Understanding for Operations:  Rectangular Models

Conceptual Understanding for Operations: Rectangular Models

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This PowerPoint includes animations for operations of whole numbers, decimals fractions and place value with rectangular models. You can demonstrate to students side-by-side the procedural and conceptual steps to add, subtract, multiply and divide rational numbers. To properly show animation, present to Presentation View. This item is designed to make teachers' explanation of operations meaningful and connect different levels of rigor. Topics include: place value, adding whole numbers, sub
Preview of Circle Video & Guided Notes (Circumference & Area)

Circle Video & Guided Notes (Circumference & Area)

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I am posting this resource to my TPT store.  For FREE!  I am posting this March 2020.  I want to do my little bit to help since some schools are closing because of COVID-19 (or coronavirus).  Now, I wouldn’t normally post this to my TPT because I feel that the quality isn’t the best but it may help out some teachers and students for distance learning.  If you are in need of these resources feel free to download.  If you review, please don’t be too harsh.  It was somewhat difficult for me to make
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Integer Cards

Adding and Subtracting Integer Cards

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Adding and Subtracting Integers Problem Cards There are 30-simple cards on adding and subtracting integers. -15 cards on simple positive and negative numbers -15 on adding and subtracting with consecutive signs. (signed numbers) Answers are on the back of every card. I would recommend printing double-sided (on long side) and on card stock.
Preview of Intro to Systems Digital Activity

Intro to Systems Digital Activity

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This System of Equations Digital Activity is a great addition for distance learning or incorporating technology to your classroom. This is primarily used for middle school math classes. Students will engage in a variety of problem types. The topics that are included in this digital activity are: Finding Solutions to an EquationsFind a Solution to Multiple EquationsIdentify the Value of a Shape in a PuzzleMultiple Choice - Plug in Ordered Pair that Satisfies Both EquationsAssign the slides tha
Preview of Solving Equations - Assessment/Test

Solving Equations - Assessment/Test

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With Solving Equations - Assessment/Test, you're receiving an assessment that has a diverse problem set that thoroughly checks for understanding. This is an 18 problem test and has an answer key. Problems include vocabulary, error analysis, identifying steps, and solving one/two/multi-step equations. Please review if you download! Thank you! You may also like: Solving Equations in One - Variable Practice - Rookie, All-Star, MVP Solving Equations in One - Variable - Relay Race Solving Equations
Preview of Solving Equations Digital Activity (8th Grade)

Solving Equations Digital Activity (8th Grade)

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This Solving Equations Digital Activity is a great addition for distance learning or incorporating technology to your classroom. This is primarily use for Math 8 or Pre-Algebra classes. Students will engage in a variety of problem types. These range from Drag N Drop for solving one-step equations and two-step equations. Typing the answer to equations with variables on both sides. Matching for types of solutions (no solution, infinitely many solutions). Solving multi-step equations with the
Preview of Angle Videos, Guided Notes & Foldable

Angle Videos, Guided Notes & Foldable

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I am posting this resource to my TPT store.  For FREE!  I am posting this March 2020.  I want to do my little bit to help since some schools are closing because of COVID-19 (or coronavirus).  Now, I wouldn’t normally post this to my TPT because I feel that the quality isn’t the best but it may help out some teachers and students.  If you are in need of these resources feel free to download.  If you review, please don’t be too harsh.  It was somewhat difficult for me to make these so I’m working
Preview of Solving Equations - Color Cards

Solving Equations - Color Cards

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With Solving Equations - Color Card Activity, you'll get a fun activity where students answer problems with colored cards. The problems range in difficulty and varying in types of problems. Problems include solving one, two, and multi-step equations. Students respond to the problems by raising a colored-card. There are 10 whole class problems that are available, answers are also provided on a PowerPoint. If you need Color Card, you can find it here: Color Card Template (FREE) Please revie
Preview of Solving Equations - Puzzle

Solving Equations - Puzzle

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There are 16 puzzle problems to practice Solving Equations from a one - variable equation. Equations include: one-step, two-step, and multi-step equations. Students work in pairs to complete a puzzle and solve the problem. This is a great activity to incorporate fun, engaging, and logical thinking in the math classroom. Students compete to finish the puzzle under a minute. I call this Minute to Win It! Please review if you download! Thank you! You may also like: Solving Equations in One - Var
Preview of Area of Polygons Video & Guided Notes

Area of Polygons Video & Guided Notes

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I am posting this resource to my TPT store.  For FREE!  I am posting this March 2020.  I want to do my little bit to help since some schools are closing because of COVID-19 (or coronavirus).  Now, I wouldn’t normally post this to my TPT because I feel that the quality isn’t the best but it may help out some teachers and students for distance learning.  If you are in need of these resources feel free to download.  If you review, please don’t be too harsh.  It was somewhat difficult for me to make
Preview of Solving Equations - Calcul8 Worksheet

Solving Equations - Calcul8 Worksheet

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A Calcul8 Worksheet is designed to give students a lot of practice, varying levels of difficulty and choices. Students can pick and choose problems that are at their level of understanding but challenges students to attempt problem that are more difficult. There are 16 problems: 4 problems are one point, 4 problems are two points, 4 problems are 3 points, and 4 problems are worth four points. The higher the points are harder. The objective of the worksheet is to obtain 18 POINTS! So studen
Preview of Coordinate Plane Digital Activity

Coordinate Plane Digital Activity

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This Coordinate Plane Digital Activity is a great addition for distance learning or incorporating technology to your classroom. This is primarily used for middle school math classes. Students will engage in a variety of problem types. The topics that are included in this digital activity are: Labeling Parts of the Coordinate Plane via Drag N DropIdentifying Ordered Pairs via Drag N DropMatching Independent & Dependent Variables - Types of VariablesAssign the slides that are suitable for your
Preview of About Me (with Numbers) Google Activity

About Me (with Numbers) Google Activity

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Algebra Maestro
Get to know your students with About Me - With Numbers Google Activity. You can get to know your students and learn about the numbers in their life. Start a conversation by learning about the numbers that you share in common. The product includes: A digital activity (Google Slides)Directions to Post to Google ClassroomI would appreciate it if you leave a Review if you download the activity. It really helps my store! You also receive TPT credit for a future purchases! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Preview of Growth Sheet

Growth Sheet

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The Growth Sheets is designed so students can fix/correct their mistakes. Allowing students to learn from their mistakes and gain insight by trial and error. Please review if you download! Thank you! Growth Sheet by Richard Villanueva is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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Experience

I have been a mathematics teacher for four-years at local public and charter schools. Prior, I've spent time a a college math tutor, private tutor, and substitute teacher.

Teaching style

I believe that students can thrive in an engaging environment where students feel challenged and safe. I love competition and I try to create interesting games that are fun and informative.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Student to Teacher Enlistment Project Undergraduate Program, Benjamin Banneker Award, Harry Reid Congressional Grant, 2012 Las Vegas Latino Graduation Commencement Speaker, 2014 LearnZillion Dream Team, Nevada Mathematics Project, NSTec STEM Grant Recipient

My own education history

I have a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with a concentration in Mathematics. I'm currently working on my Masters in Mathematics Education.

Additional biographical information

I love learning new things about education and mathematics. Twitter: @richvilla2teach. Website: mrvillanueva.weebly.com. Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/creativemathnrd/.