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 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.