systems


  • Substitution for Systems – Scaffolded

    Substitution for Systems – Scaffolded

    Solving systems of equations using the Substitution Method may be the most task intensive algorithm the students learn. It is easy to overlook concepts as the students attempt the numerous steps. This post provides details about a scaffolded handout that guides students through the mental and conceptual steps, as well as the traditional written steps.…


  • Systems Word Problems Scaffolded

    Systems Word Problems Scaffolded

    Word problems are challenging for many students. Writing a system of equations to model a word problem has unique challenges. This post provides details about a scaffolded handout with color coding can unpack the process for generating the appropriate system of equations. Unpacking the Word Problem A mistake I have witnessed over the years is…


  • Graphing System of Inequalities – Scaffolded Handout

    Graphing System of Inequalities – Scaffolded Handout

    Here is a document that guides students through graphing one, then the other inequality. On the second page both are graphed on the same coordinate plane.