Mathematics Active Learning

Students match cards containing parametric equations, the corresponding table of values and the corresponding graph. Cards are randomized so that students can cut them apart and then match them. Matching cards are presented at the end. This activity should be completed before students are introduced to the procedure for graphing parametric equations on a graphing utility. If not, then this activity will lose its usefulness and will take no time to finish.

Students work in groups of two or three to arrange steps in the correct order to solve a linear absolute value equation. These equations involve five steps including isolating the absolute value on one side. Two sets involve a variable inside and another variable outside the absolute value.

Students work in groups of two or three to arrange steps in the correct order to solve a linear absolute value inequality. These equations involve five steps including isolating the absolute value on one side.