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Bahama, North Carolina, United States
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I am a retired mechanical engineer who, upon retirement, became a middle and high school math and science teacher via the lateral entry process in NC. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade math and science and 9-12 grade math (Math 1, 2 and 3, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry and Precalculus) over the last 15 years.
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Key Characteristics of Functions Summary
This MS PPT includes a review of the following 8 basic characteristics for functions. 1. Domain & Range 2. Increasing, Decreasing and Constant Intervals 3. End Behavior 4. Positive and Negative Intervals 5. Maximum and Minimum (Extrema) Values 6. X and Y Intercepts 7. Symmetry 8. MultiplicityThe 48 slides included in this slidepack are very detailed and highly animated. Multiple slides are included for each topic and various function gra
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.C.7a
+3
Quadrilaterals in the Coordinate Plane Calculation and Graphing Project
This project involves the calculation and graphing of the various properties and aspects of the following six (6) basic quadrilaterals which are typically studied in Math 3 and Geometry: ParallelogramRectangleSquareRhombusIsosceles TrapezoidKiteI have my Math 3 and Geometry students complete this project toward the end of the unit on quadrilaterals. It is an excellent way to review the characteristics of these figures prior to taking any unit test or assessment on quadrilaterals. The table of
10th - 12th
Geometry, Graphing, Math Test Prep
CCSS
HSG-CO.A.3
Exponential Growth & Decay Functions Calculation & Graphing Project
PLEASE NOTE: THE PREVIEW VERSION OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE ACTUAL "STUDENT VERSION" AND DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY OF THE ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS. THE "PRODUCT VERSION" INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This activity involves the calculation, graphing and coloring of exponential growth and decay functions. I have my Algebra 1/Math 1/Math 2 students complete this project toward the end of the unit on exponential functions. A total of five (5) exponential growth functions
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.2
, HSF-LE.A.3
, HSF-LE.B.5
Trig Emergency Response Calculation and Coloring Project for Non-Right Triangles
PLEASE NOTE: THE PREVIEW VERSION OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE ACTUAL "STUDENT VERSION" AND DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY OF THE ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS. THE "TEACHER VERSION" INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project involves the use of the two (2) trigonometric laws or properties (Law of Sines and Law of Cosines) that are required to solve non-right triangle problems. The students are required to analyze eight (8) different non-right triangles and determine which law o
11th - 12th
Algebra 2, Other (Math), PreCalculus
CCSS
HSG-SRT.D.10
, HSG-SRT.D.11
Guided Notes Bundle - The 5 Methods of Solving Quadratic Functions or Equations
This MS Word file is a bundle of 5 separate Guided Notes documents that review both the concept and steps involved in solving quadratic equations by the following methods: Solving Quadratic Equations by GraphingSolving Quadratic Equations by FactoringSolving Quadratic Equations by using Square RootsSolving Quadratic Equations by using the Quadratic Formula, andSolving Quadratic Equations by Completing the SquareThese individual Guided Notes documents have been bundled together to provide teacher
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Introduction to Probability Bundle
This bundle includes the following separate MS PowerPoint (PPT) slide packs: Part 1 - Probability - Simple Events Solution SummaryPart 2 - Probability - Sample Spaces Solution SummaryPart 3 - Probability - Fundamental Counting PrinciplePart 4 - Probability - Compound (Independent and Dependent) EventsPart 5 - Probability - Theoretical and Experimental EventsPart 6 - Probability - Mutually Exclusive and Overlapping Compound EventsI use each of these slide presentations when first introducing th
7th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS
7.SP.C.5
, 7.SP.C.6
, 7.SP.C.7a
+3
Guided Notes - Scatter Plots and Correlation (Student & Teacher Versions)
This MS Word file is a Guided Notes document that reviews both the concept and steps involved in solving and developing Scatter Plots for linear equations or functions. It also includes a review of Correlation and how to calculated it using a graphing calculator. I use these notes with my Math 1, Math 2 and Algebra 1 students immediately after I introduce this concept with my PPT presentation slidepack on the same subject. It is 3 full pages of notes for the students to complete and includes t
8th - 11th
Algebra, Graphing, Statistics
CCSS
HSS-ID.B.6
, HSS-ID.B.6b
, HSS-ID.C.7
Dilations Calculation and Graphing Project
PLEASE NOTE: THE PREVIEW VERSION OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE ACTUAL "STUDENT VERSION" AND DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY OF THE ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS. THE "TEACHER VERSION" INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project involves the calculation and graphing of the dilation type of transformation. A total of nine (9) shapes are dilated and graphed as part of this project. Separate projects are available for the translation, reflection and rotation types of transformations.
8th - 11th
Algebra, Geometry, Graphing
CCSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.G.A.2
, 8.G.A.3
+1
Inequality, Set and Interval Notation Summary
This MS PPT presentation provides a very detailed and comprehensive introduction to 3 basic types of notations that are used to define a data set. The Table of Contents of the slidepack is as follows: Notation Types:Inequality NotationSet NotationInterval NotationGeneral Number Data Set ExamplesDomain and Range SummaryNotation Examples:Domain Data SetRange Data SetThe 3 data set notation types are first reviewed in detail in the presentation package. This review is followed by the completion
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.B.4
+1
Central and Inscribed Angle Circle Measurement and Calculation Project
PLEASE NOTE: THE PREVIEW VERSION OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE ACTUAL "STUDENT VERSION" AND DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY OF THE ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS. THE "TEACHER VERSION" INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project involves the measurement and calculation of both central and inscribed angles inside a circle. I have my Math 3 and Geometry students complete this project toward the end of the unit on circles. It is an excellent way to review the basic properties of central
10th - 12th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
HSG-C.A.2
, HSG-C.A.3
Triangle Similarity Calculation and Graphing Project
PLEASE NOTE: THE PREVIEW VERSION OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE ACTUAL "STUDENT VERSION" AND DOES NOT INCLUDE ANY OF THE ANSWERS TO THE PROBLEMS. THE "TEACHER VERSION" INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project involves the calculation and graphing of similar triangles including the determination of various properties associated with these types of triangles. This topic is typically studied in my Geometry, Math 2 and Math 3 classes. I have my math students complete
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, Graphing
CCSS
HSG-SRT.A.2
, HSG-SRT.A.3
, HSG-SRT.B.5
Order of Operations Bracelet Project
This project involves the design and creation of a bead wrist bracelet based on the student's answers to a series of Order of Operations problems. This is typically a 6th thru 8th grade math project activity, but I have used it in my Algebra 1 and Math 1 classes as a review project. It reinforces the student's understanding and ability to accurately solve Order of Operations problems. The students are given (or provide for themselves) a set of multi-color, letter or number beads (or combinati
6th - 9th
Basic Operations, Math, Order of Operations
CCSS
7.NS.A.3
Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 2 Quadratic Functions
This bundle includes various instructional MS PowerPoint (PPT) slidepacks that I initially use when covering the content area titled: Quadratic Functions. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: Factoring Trinomials with a Leading Coefficient Greater Than1Multiplying Binomials SummaryConverting Quad Fcts from Std Form to Vertex Form and Vice VersaSolving Quadratic Equations - Factoring and the Zero Product PropertySolving Systems of Linear and Quadratic SystemsQuadratic Function
10th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
Evaluating, Graphing & Writing Piecewise Functions Instruction & Guided Notes
NOTE: The PREVIEW COPY included with this product is the Student Version of the MS PowerPoint slide pack so it does NOT include the answers to the various problems that are included. The Teacher Version includes all of the answers and graphs to each problem that is included. This PPT presentation slidepack provides easy-to-understand and classroom-tested techniques for evaluating, graphing and writing linear piecewise (PW) functions. It is a great introduction to the topic of piecewise funct
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7b
Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 7 Quadratic Functions
This bundle includes various instructional MS PowerPoint (PPT) slidepacks that I initially use when covering the Math 1/Algebra 1 content area titled: Unit 7 - Quadratic Functions. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: Solving Quadratic Equations - Factoring and the Zero Product PropertySolving Quadratic Equations by Graphing (without a Calculator)Solving Quadratic Equations using the Square Root MethodThe MS PPT resources noted above are highly animated slidepacks that are des
9th - 11th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
Mean, Median, Mode, Range and Standard Deviation Summary
I use this MS PowerPoint presentation file to kickoff our study of Statistics in my 9th grade Math I or Algebra I classes. It reviews the definitions and detailed methods required to calculate the mean, median, mode, range and standard deviation of a data set(s). It is a totally animated ppt file and very easy for students to understand. Any of the ppt animations can be modified as desired by the presenter (teacher). It also includes 2 example problems for the students to complete at the en
8th - 9th
Algebra, Applied Math, Statistics
CCSS
HSS-ID.A.2
Intro to Circles and Arc Length, Sector Area & Segment Area Solution Bundle
This bundle includes three (3) PowerPoint slide packs that cover various concepts associated with circles. These topics covered in these slidepacks include the following: Introduction to Circle Angles, Degrees and RadiansConversion of Degrees to Radians and Vice VersaArc LengthSector AreaSegment AreaThe three (3) PPT slidepacks included in this bundle are titled as follows: 1. Circle Characteristics – Introduction to Angles, Degrees and Radians 2. Arc Length, Sector Area and
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSG-C.A.2
, HSG-C.A.3
, HSG-C.B.5
Math 2 / Algebra 1 & 2 Bundle - Unit 3 Quadratics
This bundle includes various instructional MS PowerPoint (PPT) slidepacks that I initially use when covering the Math 2 / Algebra 1 & 2 content area titled: Unit 3 - Quadratics. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: Quadratic Functions TransformationsSolving Quadratic Equations - Factoring and the Zero Product PropertyConvert Quadratic Equations from Standard Form to Vertex Form and Vice VersaSolving Systems of Linear and Quadratic EquationsSolving Quadratic Equations - Quadr
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
Quadrilaterals Guided Notes Bundle - 6 Basic Types (Student & Teacher Versions)
This bundle includes six (6) interactive Guided Notes (GN) Packages designed to assist students in their understanding of the properties of the following quadrilaterals: ParallelogramsRectanglesSquaresRhombusTrapezoidKiteI use each of these GN packages when first introducting the applicable quadrilateral in my Geometry, Math 2 and Math 3 classes. Each of the six (6) GN Packages includes the following parts or sections: Part A – General IntroductionPart B – VocabularyPart C – Basic Propertie
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
HSG-CO.A.3
, HSG-CO.C.11
Guided Notes - Introduction to Quadratic Functions (Student/Teacher Versions)
This MS Word file is a Guided Notes document that provides an introduction to quadratic functions/equations. I use it with my regular 8th Grade Math / Math 1 / Math2 / Algebra 1 students immediately after I introduce the concept with my PPT presentation slidepack on the same subject. It is 2 pages of notes for the students to complete. It also includes a graph of a typical quadratic function (parabola) and the students are required to label the key component parts of it. The 2-page companio
8th - 11th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
HSA-APR.B.3
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About the store
Experience
I am a retired mechanical engineer who, upon retirement, became a middle and high school math and science teacher via the lateral entry process in NC. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade math and science and 9-12 grade math (Math 1, 2 and 3, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry and Precalculus) over the last 15 years.
Teaching style
I typically use a 4-prong approach to teaching math and science in my classroom: 1) 8 to 10 minute presentation (usually a ppt) to introduce and provide some basic instruction for a new math topic, 2) a guided notes paper with lots of blanks to be jointly completed by my students and me, 3) online or hard copy practice worksheets to reinforce the current concepts and confirm understanding and 4) multiple, relevant, hands-on projects to connect the various math and science subjects to the real world. I am a strong proponent of Project Based Learning (PBL) using STEM projects and lessons.
I use my Smartboard and document camera daily during class.
Note: I use all of the MS PPT products that I have listed on TpT website in my own classrooms.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Registered Professional Engineer in North Carolina
Teacher of the Year Finalist 2017 - Alamance Burlington School System (North Carolina)
My own education history
BS in Mechanical Engineering from N.C. State University and
MS in Business Administration (MBA) from Duke University
Additional biographical information
Lived and worked overseas 6-1/2 years designing and constructing various energy facilities/plants.
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