Caleb Wiles

This project introduces students to a real world problem using the pythagorean theorem. Students are asked to find the perimeter of their large yard and compare price quotes from two companies who have made a bid for the job. The work is relatively simple and is perfectly suited for Algebra I and Geometry students. It's a short project that could even be given for a homework assignment or in-class activity. The topics covered include the pythagorean theorem, perimeter, plotting points, and

This is a collection of warm-up/bell ringer activities meant for middle school and high school students. This Powerpoint Presentation is ideal for teachers with access to a SMARTboard, Molbile Presenter, or a television screen or projector that will display what is on the teacher's computer. The questions are applicable to almost any class, but due to the problem solving nature of the questions, math teachers should definitely take note. The questions are designed to get students in the rig

I use this Computer Basics Quiz near the beginning of the year when I begin to take my students to the computer lab. The quiz covers simple ideas that every computer user should know. The students usually do well on the quiz and are happy to learn about the many shortcuts that I teach them. I have also assigned the quiz as a take home assessment to give students the opportunity to research the answers that they may not know immediately.

This linear programming project gives students a chance to apply the concepts they learn in class to a real world advertising problem. The document includes specific, clear steps to help students through the work as well as an answer key for the teacher. I've also included an enrichment activity for advanced students. The project was created by Caleb Wiles for a culminating activity to the systems of equations section in his Algebra II class.

This Algebra II discovery activity helps students analyze graphs of quadradic functions written in vertex form. Students investigate how changing a, h, and k affect the graphs of parabolas. This activity was created by Caleb Wiles for his Algebra 2 unit on Quadratic Functions and Inequalities.

I rewrote the lyrics to the popular song "Shake It" by Metro Station for my Algebra I students. The new words describe the process of graphing lines and linear inequalities. My singing voice leaves a lot to be desired, but the math content is solid and the kids thought it was hilarious! The students had a BLAST making the music video. Please check it out at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eiwi3FvQumU Feel free to pass it around as much as you like!

This is a bundle of 9 student activities for Geometer's Sketchpad. The instructions go over EXACTLY what to do and have step-by-step illustrations. I created these activites because all of the other Sketchpad projects I found assumed that the students were already competent with the program. These instructions do not assume prior knowledge. Each one can be completed in around a half hour or so. My Geometry students loved the time we spent working in the computer lab on Geometer's Sketchpa

This is the course handbook I pass out to students on the first day of my Algebra II class, although it could be used for almost any math class. You probably won't want to use what I have word for word, but I am sure you will pick up a few ideas for your own classroom. First impressions are very important. This document shows my students immediately that I am organized and that I mean business. It also helps them feel at ease because they learn very quickly exactly what is expected in my c