Kevin Campbell

This activity is designed to put some context into teaching linear equations and their graphs. Too often students are simply taught y=mx + b without much emphasis on why it matters. This activity consist of four problems: 1. population growth comparison 2. rental car comparison 3. cell phone plan comparison 4. no interest for 12 month loan payment plan. The student must answer various question concerning the graph of these linear relationships. The student is asked to develop the equation

Using matrix theory and Cramer’s Rule to solve systems of equation is intimidating to most students when first introduced. This activity can be used to demonstrate the ease in which determinants can be computed and used to solve system of equations. It includes 15 systems of equations problems for the student to solve using Cramer's Rule. Each problem has a template that forces the student to show the work for each determinant that is needed and the other arithmetic required to obtain a solut

The document is a an contains problems that can be used for classwork or homework on using the quadratic formula to solve. The worksheet starts by having the students determine the coefficient of a quadratic equation. Next the student use the discriminant to determine the number of real roots. The last activity uses a template of the quadratic formula that the students use to solve several equation. The worksheet contains the same problems that is in the power point presentation that is als

This handout explains how to use the reduced row echelon form (RREF) function in the TI-83/84 to solve system of equations problems. It also includes an explanation of the Gauss-Jordan Elimination Method upon which the function is based. The handout includes pictures to show the proper buttons that must be selected to properly use the function. It also includes an explanation of how to interpret the results.

This handout is designed to be used in conjunction with the activity of graphing linear equations, but it can be used alone. It contains an overview of the three forms used to graph linear or write linear equations. There is a section describing how to determine the x and y intercept points. It includes a real world graph to show the relevance of understanding how to interpret graphs.

This is a one page summary that covers the basics of arithmetic and geometric sequences. This is appropriate for an algebra I class or as part of advance middle school math. The handout explains how to determine the recursive and explicit formulas. The definitions are explained in simple to understand language. The handout contains an explanation of what sequences are generally as well as covering the difference between arithmetic and geometric sequences.

This activity is designed to teach problem solving. The standard size marking on a tire is used to determine the tire’s diameter by applying ratios and unit conversions. The diameter is used to determine the tire’s circumference. Part I: The aspect ratio is part of the size markings on a tire. The student will use this information along with two other pieces of information from the tire marking to computer the overall diameter of various tires. Part II: The diameter is used to compute the c

This worksheet is designed to emphasis the relationship between linear equations and the corresponding graph. The student has to write the equation for graphs that pass through the origin and ones that intercept the y-axis at other points. The student must graph equations in slope intercept and standard form. There are problems requiring the student to compute the x and y intercepts. The final section involves writing equation given slope and a point, two point including parallel and perpend

This is a handout that contains a good summary of all of the requirements to perform arithmetic operations with real number. It contains information on the following: - number sets - absolute value - square root - working with fractions - order of operations

This is a handout or mini lesson on the real number system. The document includes a discussion of number systems overall. There is a FAQ section that discusses the history of our number system, other number systems, the uniqueness of zero, and the difference between number and numerals. The second page contains an easy to understand diagram and definitions for the various sets of the real number system.

The document is a lesson on using the quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations. There is also a review of factoring to solve quadratic equations. The presentation explains how to use the discriminant to determine the number of solutions. An activity sheet is posted that can be used in conjunction with the lesson. This also good lesson for standardized test review.

It was hard for me to keep all the flavors of audit report variations straight. This is a two page summary that lays out the different required changes to the audit report based on the audit opinion. It provides a good summary of the most significant information contained in the major paragraphs of the standard audit report. The last section deals reporting on comparative statements, supplemental information and use of an accounting principle. Once you have become familiar with the informati

This activity includes a handout for the students and a detailed explanation for the teacher. The activity uses gingerbread men as a tool to teach addition or multiplication. This is a hand’s on activity that consist of three parts. In the first part, the student will express addition and/or multiplication using symbols, tick marks and an equation. The student will determine their height using gingerbread men cut outs as the unit of measurement. The last part tallies the part of the ginge

This assignment is design to assist a student in reviewing Decision Analysis, Linear Regression, Forecasting, Linear Programming and Queuing Theory. The assignment includes a mix of multiple choice, matching and problems to solve. It is organized to be easy to grade because it includes templates to be completed by the student rather that work being in free form. Obviously quantitative analysis is best taught by showing students how to solve problems using excel. Instead of me spending a lot

This an activity designed to introduction solving inequalities and absolute value equations. Students should already be familiar with solving equations in one variable. This is designed to be primarily used as a note taking guide.

This is a handout that provides an overview of probability and odds. It explains the difference between probability and odds. The handout includes several example problems. There is an explanation of difference between mutually exclusive events and those that aren't. It also shows how to determine the probability of an event given the odds.

This document contains summary information to be used in preparation for the uniform CPA exam or studying for an Auditing & Assurance course. The document defines differences between errors and fraud. Audit Risk and the implications concerning an audit are explained. The concept of materiality is explained. The document contains several summary tables and illustration to help the reader understand the concepts. The document was prepared by Kevin Campbell

This is a power point presentation on midpoint and distance. The presentation includes eight problems to the be worked with the class. Builds and animations help keep the student's interest.

This is an Algebra I presentation on solving equations with variables on both side. The presentation also includes introductory information on simplifying algebra expressions by combining like terms. There is a slide covering the basics of the distributive property. The slides have builds so that each step is presented after a mouse click. The presentation was developed by Kevin Campbell.