Teaching the Present
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Abingdon, Maryland, United States
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We are both teachers of 14 years. The items we post to our store come from our own classrooms, so we know how important high-quality lessons are to you and your students. Thank you for the opportunity to bring our lessons into your classroom.
We have experience in all grades of high school and middle school. We also have vast experiences from previous adventures in elementary school. We are both special education teachers, with certifications in High School Math, Science and English, and have worked in nearly all subject areas with a variety of students.
Since we both teach in different areas our store has a wide array of lessons. You will find many math and english lessons. Denae' has been teaching life skills, work experience, english and social studies classes. During the past few years Patrick has been focused primarily in math including; Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Physics. Therefore, we have some unique lessons that would be difficult to find elsewhere.
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Trig Function Murder Mystery - Unknown Sides/Angles, Unit Circle, Word Problems
A murder mystery that requires students to use their knowledge of basic trigonometric functions to find the killer! Students will be led through 5 puzzles to find clues leading to the killer. Puzzles require students to use knowledge of f inding unknown sides and angles using sine, cosine and tangent, solving word problems, converting radians to degrees and unit circles. After solving the 5 clues, only one suspect will be left. Need to change a puzzle for your specific class! It's easy to
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Math, Other (Math)
Properties of Logarithms - Murder Mystery!
A murder mystery where your math detectives solve a crime for the NYC Police. Students will go through a series of puzzles to determine the perpetrator. This 4 clue murder mystery requires students to use knowledge of the properties of logarithms.Our students love this activity as a review or test prep. Assign to a group or individual. Answer key included. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can provide feedback in the “My Purchases” page. Just click “Provide Feedback” and lea
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
20 Linear Regression Task Cards - Including Correlation Coefficients, Residuals
A set of 20 task cards focusing on all aspects of linear regressions. To complete the task cards students will use knowledge of linear regressions (line of best fit, least squares regression), correlation coefficients, and calculating residuals and their meaning. The bundle also includes an answer sheet for students to record their work. This is a great review of skills for a test, quiz or standardized assessment. Common Core Aligned Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can prov
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
Linear Regression Projects! (CCSS.HSF.LE.A.1)
This class project is sure to be a hit with any and all of your students! This bundle includes 3 projects in one. All the projects relate around the same idea. Students have been hired as consultants for the Baltimore Ravens, Real Madrid or Monsters University to solve some problems. Students must use the provided data to create a linear regression (line of best fit, least squares equation) in order to determine a correlation coefficient. Afterwards, students identify residuals for each pie
7th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Quadratic and Exponential Regression Stations
*Updated v4 Eight stations requiring students to analyze data and determine if an exponential or quadratic regression is most appropriate. At each station, students will be required to graph the scatter plot. Determine the r-squared value and answer 3-4 questions. This is great practice with regressions. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can provide feedback in the “My Purchases” page. Just click “Provide Feedback” and leave a rating. TPT will give you feedback credits to use
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
X- and Y-Intercept Matching Activity (CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4)
This matching activity is designed to be practice for students in finding the x- and y-intercepts of a graph and from an equation. Students will have to use critical thinking skills in order to match the three sets. Finding intercepts is a difficult task for students to attain. This practice will help students see the relation between an ordered pair, equation of a line and a graphed line.
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6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Geometry, Graphing
Also included in: X & Y Intercept Matching and Scavenger Hunt Bundle (CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4)
Quadratic Function Escape Room - Vertex, Factoring, Quad Formula, Discriminant
*This has been updated and corrected since the review. Can your students escape the time warp and arrive safely back in present time? Find out with this escape room. This escape room contains 5 puzzles requiring students to demonstrate knowledge quadratic functions and finding a vertex, factoring, using the quadratic formula and solving word problems.Students will use a cipher to determine the corresponding letters and clues for each puzzle. By the end of the 5 puzzles students will have a ph
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Characteristics of Graphs of Rational Expressions - Asymptotes, Holes, etc
This 9 poster scavenger hunt requires students to examine the characteristics of rational expressions graphs. Have students analyze a question and find the graph that matches the information. Students will: Identify the horizontal and vertical asymptotesIdentify the domain and rangeDescribe end behaviorDetermine holes (if any) (please note: the holes on the graphs are indicated as points) This is easily adaptable to fit your class needs and instructional methods. This is a great review of ratio
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Math, PreCalculus
Converting Between Radians and Degrees Scavenger Hunt (CCSS.HSF.TF.A)
This scavenger hunt will test students understanding of radians and degrees in regards to the unit circle.
Students will be required to convert radians to degrees or degrees to radians.
Students will start at any poster they want, solve the question and look for the answer around the room.
If done correctly, students will end up back at the same poster.
This is a great practice and review as it promotes self-checking and understanding of the content. We have only had success with scavenge
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Math, Other (Math)
Imaginary and Complex Numbers Exploration Stations
This exploration station lesson allows students to discover imaginary and complex numbers with independence. After some beginning direct instruction of imaginary numbers from the teacher, students will work through 4 stations that will teach them how to simplify negative square roots, add complex numbers, subtract complex numbers and multiply complex numbers. The teacher will then lead dividing complex numbers. Each poster has an example worked out and written directions for the rules nee
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Calculus, Math
Trig Functions Scavenger Hunt - Finding Side Lengths and Angles (CCSS.HSF.TF.B.7
In this scavenger hunt students will use trigonometric functions to determine missing side lengths or unknown angles. Students will use sine, cosine, tangent and their inverses. Students can start at any poster, solve the problem, and find the answer on another poster. If done correctly they will end up back where they started. Scavenger hunts are a great way for students to take ownership of their work and use self-assessment techniques. If you enjoyed this lesson please leave us feedback a
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Geometry, Other (Math)
Clue! Linear Regressions - Residuals, Word Problems, Graphing
This is a 3 clue practice based off the popular board game. Students will work through 3 clues to find the suspect, an accomplice, weapon and location. Students will use their knowledge of linear regressions to determine the suspect, murder weapon and location. Students will solve questions related to finding residuals, word problems based on linear regressions and graphing linear regressions. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can provide feedback in the “My Purchases” pa
7th - 11th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Murder Mystery - Quadratic Functions
A fantastic murder mystery to help your investigators practice their quadratic function skills. Students are given a scenario in which they will help investigators solve a murder. Five clues have been left behind to help them figure out the perpetrator. Knowledge of solving quadratic functions using the quadratic formula, factoring, discriminant use, substitution and word problems will all be necessary to catch the killer! This is a great activity for classwork, task cards, assessment, hom
7th - 12th, Adult Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
16 Trigonometry Task Cards - Word Problems Finding Unknown Sides and Angles
This is a set of 16 trigonometry task cards requiring students to use knowledge of basic trig functions to find unknown sides and angles. Students will be required to use all the trig functions and some inverses to find unknown values. We've also incorporated a little cross curricular fun by adding some of the most famous and tallest buildings into the word problems. Answer key included. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can provide feedback in the “My Purchases” page. Just
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Math, Other (Math)
64 Quadratic Task Cards - Vertex, Solutions, Factors, Quadratic Formula
A set of 64 quadratic functions task cards! Task cards could be used as a review or practice during a unit. Now with an answer key. Set includes: - 7 cards identifying characteristics of a function - 5 cards finding the discriminant and number of solutions - 4 factoring to determine solutions - 8 vertical motion model word problems - 8 converting from factored to standard form - 8 quadratic formula to solve - 8 completing the square - 8 using special cases (perfect square trino
8th - 11th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Football Linear Modeling Project(CCSS.HSF.LE.A.1)
This class project is sure to be a hit with any and all of your students! Students have been hired as consultants for the Baltimore Ravens to solve some team problems. Students must use the provided data to create a linear regression (line of best fit, least squares equation) in order to determine a correlation coefficient. Afterwards, students identify residuals for each piece of data. After collecting all the necessary information, students are led through questions related to the organization
7th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Linear Functions Murder Mystery
A murder mystery where your math detectives solve a crime for the NYC Police. Students will go through a series of puzzles to determine the perpetrator. This 4 clue murder mystery requires students to use knowledge of determining slope, solving equations, graphing linear functions and using linear functions to solve word problems, Our students love this activity as a review or test prep. Assign to a group or individual. Answer key included. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can
6th - 10th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Graphing, Math
Solving Logarithms Matching Puzzle
This great matching activity will get your students thinking flexibly and solving logarithmic equations. The questions involve fractions, decimals, and distributive property. Students will solve the equations and match the side to the answer found on another square. By the end, the students will have a 4x4 square of matching answers. Answer key included. Want to earn TPT credit for future purchases? You can provide feedback in the “My Purchases” page. Just click “Provide Feedback” and leave a r
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep, PreCalculus
Exponential Function - Real World Word Problems
This document is an assortment of questions related to exponential functions. Questions include exponential growth and exponential decay. This is a group of review questions and will challenge students new to the concept. I suggest using this as a review for Algebra 2 students or Algebra 1 extension.
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math Test Prep
nth Roots Scavenger Hunt
This is a scavenger hunt that focuses on students ability to simplify nth roots. All numerators in this activity are 1. We love these activities because they let students work independently and assess their own work. This gives them ownership of their work, which they love. We have had nothing but success using scavenger hunts in our math classes! This is definitely one of our favorites!
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
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About the store
Experience
We are both teachers of 14 years. The items we post to our store come from our own classrooms, so we know how important high-quality lessons are to you and your students. Thank you for the opportunity to bring our lessons into your classroom.
We have experience in all grades of high school and middle school. We also have vast experiences from previous adventures in elementary school. We are both special education teachers, with certifications in High School Math, Science and English, and have worked in nearly all subject areas with a variety of students.
Since we both teach in different areas our store has a wide array of lessons. You will find many math and english lessons. Denae' has been teaching life skills, work experience, english and social studies classes. During the past few years Patrick has been focused primarily in math including; Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Physics. Therefore, we have some unique lessons that would be difficult to find elsewhere.
Teaching style
We are both teachers who love to get our students up and moving. We do also value the necessity of direct instruction. We use all types of learning styles in our classrooms and differentiate our lessons to meet the needs of all our learners.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Council for Exceptional Children Members, Presented Action Research on Vocabulary and Writing, University Mentor Teachers, County Recognition for work
My own education history
Masters in Elementary Education and Special Education from West Virginia University.
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