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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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Explicit and Recursive Arithmetic Sequences Solution Summary
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for understanding the 2 types of Arithmetic Sequences - Explicit and Recursive. I have covered this subject in both my general 8th grade math and Math 1 classes. The solution summaries and techniques are easy to follow and are fully animated to help the students remember the important concepts and to remain focused while reviewing the material. It is a great resource for separate setting or EC studen
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Basic Operations
CCSS
8.F.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 8 General Functions
Radical (Sq Rt and Cube Rt) Function 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, graphing and coloring of radical (square root and cubic root) functions which are typically studied in Algebra 2 / Math 3 and Pre-Calculus. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and Precalculus students complete this project toward the end of
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, Math
Comparing Linear, Exponential and Quadratic Functions (Equation, Table & Graph)
This PowerPoint (ppt) presentation reviews the methods and steps that students can use to determine whether a function represents a linear, exponential or quadratic relationship. I use this ppt in my Math I (Algebra I) classes immediately after I cover the units on linear, exponential and quadratic functions, thus, it is classroom tested. It is a fully animated ppt presentation and also includes eight (8) tables at the end for the students to complete on their copy of the slides as the teacher
9th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.1
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 8 General Functions
Cubic and Quartic Polynomial Functions 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, graphing and coloring of cubic and quartic polynomial functions which are typically studied in Algebra 2/Math 3 and Pre-Calculus. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and Precalculus students complete this project toward the end of the unit o
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7
, HSF-IF.C.7c
Circle Trigonometry Art Project
The purpose of this project is to give your students a deeper understanding of the use of trigonometry in analyzing the circle. It will also provide your students with a better understanding of the use of special triangles to calculate the coordinates of certain points on the circle. It will also provide them with a fun, interesting and colorful way to display the various circle parameters (degrees, radians and exact coordinates) on a circular-shaped project. The project requires the student
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSF-TF.A.1
, HSF-TF.A.2
, HSF-TF.A.3
 +1
Math 1 / Algebra 1 End of Course (EOC) Practice Test No. 2 (with Answer Key)
The attached file is a realistic End of Course (EOC) Practice Test for Math I/Algebra 1. The test consists of the following 2 parts - "Part 1 - Calculator Inactive" and "Part 2 - Calculator Active". There are 18 problems included for Part 1 and 26 problems included for Part 2 (44 problems total). I have used this Practice Test with my 9th and 10th grade Math I students just prior to them taking the EOC. An Answer Key with detailed calculations for the solution to each problem is included at
9th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
Math 3/Algebra 2 End of Course (EOC) Practice Test with Answer Key
The attached file is a realistic End of Course (EOC) Practice Test for Math 3/Algebra 2. I review this practice test with my students during the review week just prior to final exams. The practice test includes a total of 60 problems with all of them "calculator active". There are different types of problems including multiple choice, constructed response and matching problems. The material covered by the problems closely reflects the curriculum content. An Answer Key with detailed calcula
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, Math Test Prep
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
Convert Quadratic Equations from Standard Form to Vertex Form and Vice Versa
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides easy-to-understand and classroom-tested solution techniques for converting quadratic equations from standard form to vertex form (Part 1) and from vertex form to standard form (Part 2). The presentation is designed to be flexible for the teacher such that one of the two types of conversion techniques can be covered in back-to-back classes (2 periods) or the teacher can cover both conversion types during one class period if desired. It includes a brief r
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
HSA-REI.B.4
, HSA-REI.B.4a
Also included in:Â Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 2 Quadratic Functions
Trigonometric Functions 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 activity involves the calculation, graphing and coloring of the basic sine and cosine trigonometric functions/equations. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and Precalculus students complete this project toward the end of the unit on trigonometric functions. As not
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Other (Math), PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-TF.A.2
, HSF-TF.A.4
, HSF-TF.B.5
3D Shape Volume and Surface Area Calculation Farm 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 of the volume and surface area of a total of ten (10) separate problems that involve one of the following eight (8) basic 3D shapes: CubeRectangular PrismTriangular PrismSquare and Rectangular PyramidsTriangular PyramidCylinderConeSphe
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry
CCSS
HSG-GMD.A.1
, HSG-GMD.A.3
Trigonometric (Sine and Cosine) Function Transformations
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for transforming Trigonometric (Sine and Cosine) Functions. I have used this presentation multiple times in my 10th, 11th and 12th grade Math 3, Algebra 2 and Precalculus classes. The initial part of the presentation provides an in-depth review of the properties of the sine and cosine trig functions including: AmplitudePeriodMidlinePhase ShiftThe presentation is fully animated to keep the students en
11th - 12th
Algebra 2, Other (Math), PreCalculus
Math 2 / Algebra 1 & 2 Bundle - Unit 1 Functions, Equations and Inequalities
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 1 - Functions, Equations and Inequalities. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: The Invisible Numbers of MathHow to Solve Math Word ProblemsSolving 1-Step and 2-Step Equations SolutionSolving 1-Step and Multi-Step Literal EquationsParallel and Perpendicular Lines Solution SummarySolving 1-Step and 2-Step Inequalitie
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
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
Trigonometry Graphing Project
The purpose of this project is to give your students a deeper understanding of the use of trigonometry in analyzing various types of triangles. It will also provide them with an interesting and colorful way to display various triangles and their properties and dimensions in a single area so that they can see the difference in the type and shape of these triangles. The project requires the students to use the 3 basic trig functions (sine, cosine and tangent) and their inverses as well as the La
9th - 11th
Algebra 2, Graphing, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSG-SRT.A.1
Rational Functions 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 PRODUCT VERSION INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project activity involves the calculation, graphing and coloring of basic rational functions/equations. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and Precalculus students complete this project toward the end of the unit on rational functions. As noted in the TpT "Preview" section o
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7d
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
Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 10 Trigonometric Functions
This bundle includes various instructional MS PowerPoint (PPT) slidepacks that I initially use when covering the content area titled: Trigonometric Functions. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: The Basics of Right Angle TrigonometryIntroduction to Trigonometric Functions (Sine and Cosine)Basic Trigonometry Word Problems Solution SummaryThe MS PPT resources noted above are highly animated slidepacks that are designed to keep the students alert and focused. They include detai
10th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Other (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
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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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