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Algebra Lab: Graphing Absolute Value
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Activity Description
In this activity, students learn to graph Absolute Value Functions. Using a few examples, students investigate different patterns of functions. There is a short assessment where students can check their understanding of graphing absolute value functions.
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Preparation
- Make sure the site is not blocked at your school.
- Review the lesson and examples.
- Make a link to the Web site easily accessible to students if students will be working online.
- Students should be familiar with absolute value before beginning this activity.
How-To
- Introduce the lesson.
- Work through the examples pointing out the differences between each problem.
- Have students work the bottom examples one by one.
- Review their answers as a class and discuss
- Complete the lesson with a teacher created quiz.
Teacher Tips
- Post the Web address for students to access as needed, using a Word document with links, a class Web site or a bookmark on lab computers.
More Ways
- This site is designed to help with Algebra instruction. It can be used in conjunction with the lessons in Algebra Lab, or as a stand-alone support tool.
- The site also has mathematical word problems
Program Areas
- ASE: High School Diploma