More Math Tracks

• Problem Solving and Math Vocabulary by Mike Taylor An introduction to problem solving strategies and ways to apply these strategies. A focus on math vocabulary is also included.
• 6th Grade Math Scavenger Hunt to Burger King by Ms. Peil You will be taking a trip to Burger King. Some math students will be placing orders. You will need to answers questions in a Scavenger Hunt.
• Math emints2 by Ronda Mitchell Abacus is the ancient art of counting with beads. Keyword: addition, subtraction, multiplication, square and cube roots.

Math emints 4 by eMINTS: Ronda Mitchell Learn about money. Investing, banking, savings.
• MATH WORD PROBLEMS FOR EVERY EQUATION by Gloria This information will be used to give students instructions in using a variety of problem solving skills, involving word problems.

Division by Paulette Campbell You are going to learn the history of division and work division problems in game situations.
• Pi Day (3.14) March 14 by Tonya Thompson Let's celebrate pi day. Pi has been around for a long time. Want to find out exactly how long? Why is pi important to us? How do we use pi? Does pi really go on forever? How can I remember more than those famous three digits?
• 8th Grade Problem Solving by Jenny McElveen Students will use this track to find and use the basic problem solving steps. Students will also complete a variety of word problems.
• Basketball and Graphs by Filomena Borrero, Belkis Guzman, Juan Mesa, Cecili Students will keep track of 10 different basketball players' scores per game for a period of 1 year.
• Probability basics by jennifer page This track will take you through the basics of simple probability.
• Tessellation work with the help of M.C. Escher by Donna fairbanks These websites will expose students to the world of M.C. Escher as it relates to mathematical tessellations.
• math games by jake disston try your hand a variety of math/mind benders
• Fractions, Percents, and Decimals by Mary Virginia Meredith My students have difficulty understanding the relationships between fractions and decimals, fractions and percents, and percents and decimals. This track addresses that gap. The curriculum standard addressed is NUMBER SENSE AND NUMBER THEORY: In order to develop Number Sense and an understanding of Number Theory, the mathematics curriculum must include problems.
• Fractions, Percents, and Decimals by Mary Virginia Meredith My students have difficulty understanding the relationships between fractions and decimals, fractions and percents, and percents and decimals.
• Algebraic Problem-solving>"When will I ever use this?" by Bill Ratliff My Pre-Algebra students are constantly asking, "When will I ever use this?" I believe that it is vitally imprtant that students be given the opportunity to use arithmatic, computation, and especially algebraic skills to solve problems dealing with "real life" situations.
• What Are the Chances Of....? A unit on probability and statistics by Leneda Laing This track is designed as part of a unit on probability and statistics for a 7th grade Pre-Algebra class. The class has access to a computer lab one day per week and will do the Internet activities at that time.
• Data and Statistics in the Middle Grades by julie murdock This track addresses a learning gap at the Middle Grades level in using statistics to analyze data. One strand in the Tennessee Curriculum Framework for math grades 6 - 8 is: STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY
• Decimals by Cindy King Math, 6-8 A. Compute and estimate with rational numbers including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers.
• Algebraic Thinking by Gary Lilly It is easy to focus too much on mathematic rules and computations. However, it is equally important that we teach students about algebraic thinking. This means that they should be able to describe, extend, analyze, and create a wide variety of patterns.
• Perimeter & Area of Polygons by Tim Copeland This track begins with a unit that allow students the opporutnity to define and calculate area and perimeter of various types of polygons. The track provides an opportunity to link on to four sites that provide the student a different avenue to gain more understanding of area and perimeter.
• Math Problem Solving Gr. 6-8 by Tonja Crabtree The four step method of problem solving provides a guide for student sto follow in looking back to solve mathematical problems. Students will use a variety of activities to stimulate problem solving and thinking skills.
• Fractions in Middle School by Terrianna McIntyre In evaluating 8th grade Terra Nova scores from 1999, I found that many junior high students are weak when it comes to working with fractions. A TN Curriculum Framework Content for math students in grades 6-9 is ESTIMATION, MEASUREMENT, AND COMPUTATION.

Fractions in Middle School by Monica Wilkerson In evaluating 8th grade Terra Nova scores from 1999, I found that many junior high students are weak when it comes to working with fractions. A TN Curriculum Framework Content for math students in grades 6-9 is ESTIMATION, MEASUREMENT, AND COMPUTATION.
• Area and Perimeter by Patricia Sigler While evaluating a teacher prepared assessment in which my sixth grade students applied formulas for perimeter and area of rectangles and squares, I determined that my students scored an average of 60%.
• Math Goodies Integers by Ken Schetter Offers opportunities where the student will add and subtract integers using a number line, with use of a visual aid, mentally, and as part of solving an equation.

Integers by Ann MillerThis track provides students examples of intergers and practice in using them for math problems. This relates to the sixth grade framework standard of computing and estimating with rational numbers including whole numbers, fractions, decmials, and integers and explaining the concepts underlying computational procedures involving rational numbers, including whole numbers, and fractions.
• Integers are small beans! by Nathan McClanahan Through a hands-on unit of integer lessons (one including beans) students will individually or in cooperative groups while using appropriate technology, be able to compute and estimate with rational numbers including whole numbers,fractions, decimals, and integers.
• Multiplying Fractions by Janice Lewis This unit will help correct the sixth grade students improve skills in multiplying fractions. Through the investigation of meaningful problems, students will be able to apply this knowledge to other subjects and real life situations.
• Using Problem Solving Strategies by Sherry Terry Students need to understand the steps involved in problem solving and then to have lots of opportunities to practice applying various strategies and skills. They also need to be able to test their thinking to see if its logical and then to articulate their solution in a written format.

Improving Problem Solving Skills in Middle School by Laura Ledford As I have worked with my students this year, I have noticed a vast deficiency in their problem solving skills. 60-65% of my students encounter great tension when solving word problems and have difficulty choosing an appropriate strategy for solving.
• Computer Spreadsheets by Diana Boswell The student will use a variety of technologies to improve classroom learning, increase productivity, and support creativity.
• Redecorating Math by Robbie Barkley Seventh grade students are on the threshold of adulthood. They will soon be faced with dealing with household budgets which will hopefully allow them to redecorate from time to time. It is essential that they equip themselves to becoming thrifty, resourceful and practical decorators.
• Perhaps Percent? by Deborah Rushing Junior high students have difficulty converting ratios and decimals to percents. This track titled "Perhaps Percent?" incorporates five Internet sites including an interactive site allowing students to match ratios with percents. This track seamlessly meets the challenge of the TN Mathematics Number Sense and Theory Content Standard for Grade Cluster 6.
• math careersby alexis bright My students do not recognize careers that need math. This track does address the state standard that students will gain an understanding of the roles and interactions of individuals, businesses, and government in a market economy.
• stock market by alexis bright Students use information about stocks from the internet to make charts and graphs.In order to develop an understanding of Statistics and Probability, the mathematics curriculum must include problems which require students to collect, organize, represent, and interpret data; make infereences and predictions;present and evaluate inferences and predictions.
• Interior Motivesby alexis bright This unit will help my students to be more knowledgeable in using fomulas and measuring relative space. They will also use a budget to allow them to make decision on their choice of decorating materials.
• Fractions by Lisa Horton The stated learning gap is less than 70% of sixth graders mastered the objectives pertaining to fractions. This track was created because I felt it would help students strengthen skills related to fractions.
• Geometry by Lisa Horton The stated learning gap is that students have difficulty calculating the area of geometric figures. This track was created because it requires students to use concrete and graphic models and appropriate formulas to find the area of geometric figures.
• A Cereal Question (Probability) by Cynthia Border STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY: In order to develop an understanding of Statistics and Probability, the mathematics curriculum must include problems which require students to collect, organize, represent, and interpret data; make inferences and predictions; present and evaluate inferences and predictions; present and evaluate arguments based on data analysis.
• Estimation & Problem Solving by Cynthia Border ESTIMATION, MEASUREMENT, AND COMPUTATION: In order to develop understanding of Estimation, Measurement, and Computation, the mathematics curriculum should include problems which require students to apply appropriate tools and units of measurement, to develop effective estimation and computation strategies for producing reasonable results, and to calculate using appropriate tools.
• Using Money Exercises to Teach Problem Solving and Reasoning by Janette Guinn My seventh grade students' lowest 1999 Terra Nova score was a 9% mastery on the Problem Solving and Reasoning subtest portion. In the classroom, they have trouble understanding word problems that they have to figure out HOW to solve.
• Fraction Squares by Tamra Suggs This track has activities for the 6th grade student to practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions.
• Making Sense of Geometry and Polyhedra in the Classroom by Betty Dellinger Students will need access to the internet. This unit can be taught in 6 weeks or can be used to meet curriculum requirements. It may be adapted to K-6 as partly introducing geometric shapes and terms.
• Math (Multiplication Facts) Fast recall by Tina Johnson I used the 1999 Terra Nova scores as well as teacher made tests, timed and untimed, the Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement, oral testing, and observation to evaluate my 6th - 8th grade special education students.
• JJ's Fraction World by Jan Smothers This unit was chosen because it lets students identify the procedures for changing from a decimal to a fraction or a fraction to a decimal. The Tennessee Curriculum Standard states that students will be able to compute and estimate with rational numbers including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and integers.
• Graphing by Suzanne Averill This unit will introduce graphing and the various types of graphs. It will also show practical applications through activities and games found on the internet. Students will learn how to compile and display data.
• Finding Area by Suzanne Ingram The Tennessee math standards ask that students apply the tools of measurement and develop effective computation strategies. This track will address students' weakness in applying their knowledge of finding area to problems which relate to the real world of work, a area of need.
• Finding Circumference by Suzanne Ingram The Tennessee Curriculum Frameworks says that middle school children should be able to apply geometric properties and relationships to make conjectures about problems they are presented.
• Applying Percent by Suzanne Ingram The Tennessee Curriculum Frameworks says middle school students should model and solve problems using algebraic methods. Through an investigation of problems in this track students will be able to apply percent solutions to problems.
• Math 8 Integers by Suzie Ramey The addition and subtraction of integers is a totally new concepts for my 8th grade special education class. It is essential that they accomplish integers to be able to go on to high school, pass the competency, and receive a high school diploma.
• Measurement by Katherine Higginbotham The content standard which I addressed in for math in grades 6-8 in Estimation, measurement and computation. It states that all students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of perimeter, area, volume, angle measure, capacity, weight and mass and of any related formulas.
• Graphs For Math by Angela Wade-Shepherd After evaluating the S.T.A.R. for math standardized test for graphing, I found that 45% of my 7th grade students could read and interpret graphs. A TN Curriculum Framework Content Standard for developing Patterns, Functions, and Algebraic Thinking.

Fractions, Decimals, & Percents by Cheryl Buchanan This track will help students compute and estimate fractions, decimals, and percents. They will practice problems which ask students to perform various operations with fractions through games, everyday life situations, and model relationships using fractions.
• 7th grade math by James Clark The objectives for this unit study are as follows: The student will increase response time to oral questions at least 70%. The student will recognize and recall multiplication tables 4 through 11 and show through written and oral tests.
• Multiplication by Paul Ford This track is for the sixth grade student to help them in learning computation skills for multiplication. It is necessary that the studentslearn several ways to solve problems and be able to use the way that fits their learning.
• Percents by Paul Ford This unit teaches my students various ways to solve problems as stated in the survey. It teaches my students the importance of decimals and the ways they would use them in everyday life as stated in the survey.
• Stock Market Mathby Chris Wells The student will rename fractions as decimals;round decimals to the nearest hundredth;add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals; demonstrate profieciency using a calculator with fraction keys and find the percent of a number.
• Problem Solving in Math by sandy smith Students in my 6th grade exceptional education class are experiencing difficulty applying math skills in solving real world problems with one and two steps.
• Percent of a Number by Mattie Srygler My 7th grade math class will be able to solve percent of a number, find percentages, and find number when % is known. Using percentages with M&Ms will allow my students to have hands on experience and calculations.
• Percent computation and applications by Dorothy Duncan This track will teach students to compute and estimate fractions,decimals and percents. They will have many opportunities to participate in useful applications of these operations through games and cooperative learning activites.
• Euclid's Ladder - The Climb to Improve Understanding in Computing Greatest Common Factor (GCF) and Least Common Multiple (LCM) through the Use of Prime Numbers and Their Exponential Form. by Mata Banks NumberTheory.html provides a very through unit plan for the student or teacher who needs an overall review of how prime numbers and their components play an important part in computing and understanding greatest common factor (GCF).
• Positive and Negative Integers by Maggie Hughes NUMBER SENSE AND NUMBER THEORY . model integers and their operations; 7 represent and use numbers in a variety of equivalent forms, including integers, fractions, decimals, percent, and exponential and scientific notation.
• Integers by F McCrary Students will use this track to gain a better understanding of integers. They will use the internet to practice problems on-line and check their answers. They will also have access to games that they can play, which will help them practice and understand integers.
• Multiplication of fractions by Mary Anne Usry The unit & track are designed to teach multiplication of fractions whch students should learn when in the 5th grade. The track addresses the Math Cluster 6-8 Cluster of Number Sense and Number Theory of the Tennessee Curriculum.
• What's Your Favorite Color of Car? (fractions-decimals-percents) by Jean Trout Students will review converting fractions to decimals to percents then make a survey and display the data in all three forms.
• Interactive Math Tutorials by Tiffany Johnston These are three great web sites to use with junior high and high school students to review basic skills.
• Fun Facts by lisa bartlett A variety of math games and activities to master addition and subtraction facts using the latest technology!
• Math made fun by Jeff Armstrong This track provides wonderfull links and ideas to make math fun for everyone.
• Number Theory by Becky Woody Interesting facts about numbers and number theory.
• Using Math Games for Developing Thinking Skills by Betty McLaughlin This track will provide learning resources to games that encourage thinking in a logical way to develop a strategy for winning. Students will play the games and complete an analysis of how to win with a descriptive, analytical paragraph or paper.
• Math Enrichment by Shelley Chiasson These activities are for enrichment and enjoyment purposes.
• math for middle school by jennifer hoffpauir In this track, several interactive sites are listed for practice multiplying and dividing fractions.
• Math in the 21st century by Mary Smith This is an interactive site for students to make real world connections to math skills.
• Math quiz by Janet Sanders Fun quizzes for students
• Berry Algebra by Leandra Cole Provides math drills and exercises for students from preschool to 12 grade. Also includes lesson plans for problem solving.
• TI Graphing Calculators by Craig Hicks This track will link you to a number of sites related to using a graphing calculator in your math or science classroom.
• Problem Solving Practice by Joan King This track will lead you to a variety of math problems.

Fun_Zone by Angela M. Pasztor This track intergrates math and science into the sixth grade curriculum. Sites such as "What would an Egyptian pyramid cost to build today?" That offerer interactive activities, research sites for reports on mathemations and much, much, more.
• Fraction Action by Chris Dittrich This track will help with middle school math skills using fractions, decimals, and measurement on a variety of levels.
• Euclidean (Plane) Geometry by Pat Rickman In evaluating Terra Nove scores for 1999, I found that at least 45% of my current 7th graders experienced difficulty with geometry. A TN Curriculum Framework Content for Math Standards for Grades 6-8 is SPATIAL SENSE AND GEOMETRIC CONCEPTS.
• Working With Integers by Wendell Smith Student's performance on the Chapter test in the book fell below the standard set when the test was given. Students were to pass the test with a rating of 70% or above but fell below this goal at an average of 65%.
• Statistics and Probability by Martha Aiken This unit will provide practice in collecting data, presenting data in charts and graphs, and interpreting data. This covers the subject area of Math and the Standard C: Construct, interpret and use various displays of data to answer questions and solve problems.
• Do We Measure Up? by Carola Poe In evaluating Terra-Nova scores for 1999, I found that at least 58 percent of my 8th graders experienced difficulty with measurement. A TN Curriculum Framework Content for Math Standards for Grades 6-8 (ESTIMATION, MEASUREMENT, AND COMPUTATION).
• Excel Tutorial by Barbara Crews When students were surveyed, I discovered many eighth grade students have access to a computer, yet they were unaware of the educational programs available to help them in school.
• Prime Numbers/Fractions by Patricia Sigler The 6-8 grade NUMBER SENSE AND NUMBER THEORY
• Prime Numbers by Robbie Barkley For seventh grade students to be successful in all areas of fractions, they must have a thorough understanding and solid foundation of prime numbers. The stated learning gap is that my seventh grade students are unable to recognize prime numbers and use prime numbers in factor trees or prime factorization.