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Evaluating Expressions

Author
Subject Area
Math: Algebra I: Expressions
Level
9-12
Activity Time
30 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-84 series
Resource Types
Lessons

Evaluating Expressions

Activity Overview

Students will evaluate expressions using pencil and paper and then use the editing features of the home screen and/or the table feature of the TI-83 Plus to provide immediate positive reinforcement.

Before the Activity

Students should have access to either the TI-83 Plus or TI-84 Plus family of calculators.

During the Activity

Ask students to write out the expanded form of expressions. Have students support their answers by evaluating the original form and the expanded form on the TI-83 Plus.

After the Activity

Review student answers:

  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary
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    Author
    Subject Area
    Math: Algebra I: Expressions
    Level
    9-12
    Activity Time
    30 Minutes
    TI Calculator
    TI-84 series
    Resource Types
    Lessons
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