But What if it Doesn't Factor?

1973 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 155-157
Author(s):  
Larew M. Collister ◽  
Thomas R. McCabe
Keyword(s):  
Student Teacher ◽  
Young Student ◽  
Elementary Algebra ◽  
Quadratic Equations ◽  
Algebra Class

A young student teacher was presenting a lesson in the solving of quadratic equations in an elementary algebra class. In the introductory exercises every quadratic expression factored into two binomials with integral coefficients; the student teacher proceeded to set each factor equal to zero and solve for values of the variable.

Finding Quadratic Equations for Real-Life Situations

1996 ◽  
Vol 89 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-157
Author(s):  
Theodor Korithoski
Keyword(s):  
Real Life ◽  
Quadratic Equations ◽  
Integrate Technology ◽  
Algebra Class

What simple techniques are available to integrate technology and real-life mathematics into an algebra class? What useful tools can assist teachers in this task?

Sharing Teaching Ideas: If the Product of Two Numbers Is Zero…

1994 ◽  
Vol 87 (2) ◽  
pp. 89
Author(s):  
Richard Forringer
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
First Year ◽  
The Real ◽  
Quadratic Equations ◽  
Knowing That ◽  
Way Of Knowing ◽  
Factoring Polynomials ◽  
To Come ◽  
Teaching Ideas ◽  
Algebra Class

My first-year-algebra class has just finished the topic of factoring polynomials. The groundwork has been laid for problem solving with quadratic equations, one of the real eye-openers in the course. I look forward to teaching this topic with the excitement and anticipation of knowing what is to come. My students sense my excitement but do not fully understand it and have not experienced it for themselves. As Confucius once observed, “Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it!” Many students have no way of knowing that this part of algebra is incredibly significant. A short, simple statement, “If the product of two numbers is zero, then one of those numbers must be zero,” seems too easy, too self-evident, and too obvious to be so important!

Notes from an Elementary Algebra Class

1946 ◽  
Vol 39 (3) ◽  
pp. 133
Author(s):  
B. D. Roberts
Keyword(s):  
Elementary Algebra ◽  
Algebra Class

Tips for Beginners: An Impromptu Discovery Lesson in Algebra

1964 ◽  
Vol 57 (6) ◽  
pp. 415-416
Author(s):  
Henry D. Snyder
Keyword(s):  
Lesson Plan ◽  
Quadratic Functions ◽  
Class Session ◽  
Quadratic Equations ◽  
Quadratic Inequalities ◽  
Second Year ◽  
Algebra Class

In a study of quadratic equations and quadratic functions, my second-year algebra class embarked on a discovery lesson which turned out to be the most successful class session I have ever had. The lesson plan called for a consideration of quadratic inequalities and their solutions, but we began as usual by discussing the homework of the previous day.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KESALAHAN MAHASISWA DALAM MENYELESAIKAN PERSAMAAN KUADRAT PADA MATA KULIAH ALJABAR ELEMENTER

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 8-15
Author(s):  
Firda Alfiana Patricia
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Education ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Elementary Algebra ◽  
Quadratic Equations ◽  
Student Errors

This study aims to describe student errors in solving quadratic equations in elementary algebra courses. Mistakes can teach students and lecturers to reflect. This research was conducted on students of 2018-B Mathematics Education program IKIP Budi Utomo Malang. Errors found include mistakes in facts, namely errors in understanding what is known in the problem. The principle error is that the formula used is not in accordance with the questions asked.

The effects of PowerPoint on student-teacher connection

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne J. North ◽  
W. Jordan Charles
Keyword(s):  
Student Teacher
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