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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
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
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
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
Comparing Linear and Exponential Functions (Equation, Table and Graph)
This PowerPoint (ppt) presentation reviews the methods and steps that students can use to determine whether a function represents a linear or exponential relationship. I use this ppt in my Math I (Algebra I) classes immediately after I cover the units on linear and exponential functions, thus, it is classroom tested. It is a fully animated ppt presentation and also includes five (5) tables at the end for the students to complete on their copy of the slides as the teacher goes through the prese
8th - 10th
Algebra, Applied Math, Graphing
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.1
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 8 General Functions
Introduction to Slope Intercept Form (SIF) of Equation including Graphing
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for understanding the Slope Intercept Form (SIF) of linear equation. I have used this presentation multiple times in my general 8th grade math classes and as a refresher in my Math 1/Algebra 1 classes. The solution summaries and techniques for 3 different example equations are provided. Each one is fully animated to help the students remember the important concepts and to remain focused while reviewi
7th - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Graphing
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 2 Linear Functions
Two Way Frequency Tables Summary
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides background information on 2-Way Frequency Tables as well as the specific steps to follow create and analyze them. It is used to kickoff our study of this subject n my Pre-Algebra and Math I classes. It addresses all of the terms encountered in the construction and use of 2-Way tables including Joint Relative Frequency, Marginal Relative Frequency and Conditional Relative Frequency. It is a totally animated ppt file and very easy for students to underst
8th - 10th
Algebra, Other (Math), Statistics
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 9 Statistical Measures and Data Analysis
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
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
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:Â Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 5 Logarithmic Functions
Parabolic Bridge Project
The purpose of this project is to give your students a deeper understanding of the applications and use of quadratic equations or parabolas in the real world. During this project the students will analyze, design and construct scale model, parabolic-shaped bridges. The students will calculate the quadratic equations associated with each of bridges they choose to design. I always cut out the wood sections for their bridge designs and have them paint and assemble the sections. I complete this
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, Measurement
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7a
, HSF-IF.C.8a
, HSF-IF.C.9
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
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
Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Elimination (Adding & Subtracting)
There are three basic methods of solving a system of linear equations or functions that are typically taught in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 and Math I. They are the Substitution, Elimination and Graphing methods. The attached MS PowerPoint slideshow describes in detail the steps I use to solve a system of linear equations by elimination. It specifies the steps to use to solve a system of 2 equations using the addition and subtraction elimination solution methods to determine the common solution po
9th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 3 Systems of Equations & Inequalities
Solving Systems of Linear and Quadratic Equations
This Microsoft PPT presentation reviews the detailed steps required to solve linear and quadratic systems of equations with and without a graphing calculator. The presentation is comprised of three (3) parts. The slide pack initially includes a detailed review of the structure and graphing of linear equations in slope intercept form (SIF) with and without the use of a graphing calculator. The second part of the presentation materials includes a review of the basic structure and graphing of quadr
9th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
HSA-REI.C.5
, HSA-REI.C.6
, HSA-REI.C.7
 +1
Also included in:Â Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 2 Quadratic Functions
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
Perimeter and Area in the Coordinate Plane Summay
I use this MS PowerPoint presentation file in my 8th grade Pre-Algebra and 9th grade Math I classes to initiate our study of the methods that can be used to calculate the perimeter and area of 2-D shapes in the coordinate plane. It includes the review of 2 methods I use to compute the side lengths of various shapes (triangles, rectangles, etc.) on a graph grid. It is a totally animated ppt file and is easy for students to understand the concepts. Any of the ppt animations can be modified as d
8th - 10th
Algebra, Geometry, Graphing
CCSS
HSG-SRT.A.1
, HSG-GMD.A.1
Also included in:Â Math 1 / Algebra 1 Bundle - Unit 10 Connecting Algebra and Geometry
Exponential Function Transformations
This MS PowerPoint presentation provides an easy-to-understand and classroom-tested technique for transforming Exponential 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 exponential function transformation problems. Each transformation is compared against the parent exp
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Geometry, Graphing
CCSS
HSF-IF.C.7
, HSF-IF.C.7e
, HSF-BF.B.3
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
Introduction to Trigonometric Functions (Sine and Cosine)
This MS PowerPoint presentation slide pack provides a basic introduction to the Sine and Cosine Trigonometric functions. I use this slide pack to introduce trigonometric functions in my Algebra 2 / Math 3 classes. It covers the following topics: The Basics of TrigonometryConstruction of the Unit CircleRelationship of the Unit Circle to the Sine and Cosine FunctionsBasic Properties of the Sine and Cosine FunctionsParent and Transformed Sine and Cosine FunctionsAt the beginning of the slide pack,
10th - 12th
Algebra 2, Graphing, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSF-TF.A.2
, HSF-TF.A.3
, HSF-TF.B.5
Also included in:Â Math 3 / Algebra 2 Bundle - Unit 10 Trigonometric Functions
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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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