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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
Introduction to Logarithms
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for introducing the subject of logarithms. I use this presentation in my 10th and 11th grade Math 3 / Algebra 2 classes during our initial review of logarithmic functions. The presentation is very detailed and fully animated to keep the students engaged and focused. It includes detailed steps on how to convert exponential functions to logarithmic functions and vice versa. At the outset the presenta
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-BF.B.4
, HSF-BF.B.4a
, HSF-BF.B.4c
+1
Also included in: Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 5 Logarithmic Functions
Parent 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 the twelve (12) basic functions 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 semester/year in preparatio
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.C.7a
+5
Logarithmic Function Transformations
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for transforming Logarithmic Functions. I have used this presentation multiple times in my 9th, 10th and 11th grade Math 2 and Math 3 / Algebra 2 classes. The presentation is fully animated to keep the students engaged and focused and it includes the detailed solution technique for 9 different example logarithmic function transformation problems. Each transformation is compared against the parent log
10th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7e
, HSF-BF.B.3
, HSF-BF.B.4c
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
5 Point Method of Graphing Basic Sine and Cosine Functions
This MS PowerPoint presentation slide pack provides an introduction to the 5-Point Graphing Method for Basic Sine and Cosine Trigonometric functions. I use this slide pack when introducing the topic of graphing trigonometric sine and cosine functions in my Algebra 2 / Math 3 and as a review in my Precalculus classes. It covers the following topics: Introduction to Sine and Cosine Function GraphsParent and Transformed Sine and Cosine FunctionsRelationship of the Unit Circle to Sine and Cosine Fun
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Other (Math), PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-TF.A.1
, HSF-TF.A.2
, HSF-TF.B.5
+1
Function Inverse 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 MAIN PRODUCT VERSION INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT. This project activity involves the calculation, graphing and coloring of inverse functions including linear, quadratic, radical (square root and cube root) and cubic polynomial types. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and Precalculus students complete this project toward th
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-BF.B.4
, HSF-BF.B.4a
, HSF-BF.B.4b
+1
Non-Right Triangle Trigonometry (Law of Sines & Cosines) Solution Summary
This MS PowerPoint (ppt) presentation covers the methods and steps that students can use to determine which of the trig functions (Law of Sines or Law of Cosines) to utilize to find the missing sides and/or angles of a non-right triangle. A brief review of the normal or basic right triangle trig functions (SOH-CAH-TOA) including the proper labelling of a right triangle is provided at the beginning of the slide pack. This right triangle review is followed by the review of the non-right triangl
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSG-SRT.D.10
, HSG-SRT.D.11
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
Systems of Non-Linear Equations 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 several non-linear systems of equations. I have my Algebra 2, Math 3 and PreCalculus students complete this project toward the end of our study on non-linear systems of equations. It is an excellent way to review the
10th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSA-REI.C.5
, HSA-REI.C.7
Logarithmic 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 MAIN PRODUCT VERSION INCLUDES DETAILED ANSWERS TO ALL OF THE PROBLEMS FOR THE PROJECT.This project involves the calculation, graphing and coloring of logarithmic 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 on functions. I
11th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7e
Function Amusement Park 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 calculation and analysis of the following twelve (12) functions: 1. Linear 2. Absolute Value 3. Exponential 4. Quadratic 5. Equation of a Circle 6. Cubic Polynomial 7. Quart
10th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7a
, HSF-IF.C.7b
, HSF-IF.C.7c
+4
Conic Solution Summary Bundle - Precalculus
This bundle includes the Precalculus 4 basic conic solution summaries in the form of MS PPT presentation slidepacks. I use these slidepacks when first introducing the topic in my Precalculus classes as applicable. They are great initial instructional resources and the bundle includes the following slidepacks: Conics - Circle Solution SummaryConics - Parabola Solution SummaryConics - Ellipse Solution SummaryConics - Hyperbola Solution SummaryThe MS PPT resources noted above are highly animate
11th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, PreCalculus
Solving Quadratic Equations by the 5 Basic Methods Bundle
There are 5 basic methods to solve Quadratic Equations and they are listed below. This bundle includes individual instructional MS PowerPoint (PPT) slidepacks for each of these 5 solution methods. I initially use the applicable slidepack listed below whenever I cover that specific solution method in the study of the Quadratics Unit in my Math 1, Math 2, Math 3, Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Precalculus classes. The following slidepacks are included in this bundle: Solving Quadratic Equations by G
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
, HSA-SSE.B.3b
+3
Arc Length, Sector Area and Segment Area (Angle Radians) Solution Summary
This presentation covers the concepts associated with and the steps involved in solving arc length, sector area and segment area problems for circles. This slidepack covers the formulas for each of the above 3 concepts that use radians for the angle measure. A separate slidepack covers the same 3 concepts and formulas when degrees are used as the angle measure. The slidepack includes a brief review of the general characteristics of circles to refresh the student's memory of these topics. I
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, PreCalculus
CCSS
HSG-C.A.2
, HSG-C.A.3
, HSG-C.B.5
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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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