Graphing Linear & Quadratic Equations: Stained Glass Window Project
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Stained Glass Window Project: Graphing Linear & Quadratic Equations
This resource is meant to be used AFTER students have been taught about linear equations AND VERTEX FORM of quadratic equations.
I have used this project as an end of the year activity for both Algebra 1 and Geometry. It allows Algebra 1 students to apply standards they have learned throughout the year and it gives Geometry students a chance to refresh their Algebra 1 skills before taking Algebra 2.
Students will choose a total of 18 equations to graph. For each of the 18 equations, they will be asked to identify characteristics such as slope, y-intercept, domain & range, vertex, etc. They will also have to complete a table of values for each each equation.
There is an optional practice page with answer key to complete with your students if you feel they would need to see examples before starting the project. I use the practice page with both my low and high level students.
Things students should know before this project:
- how to complete an input-output table
- how to rearrange a linear equation into slope-intercept form
- how to identify the slope and y-intercept of a linear equation
- how to identify a horizontal or vertical line from its equation
- how to identify the parts of a quadratic equation in vertex form
- how to identify whether the vertex of a quadratic is a maximum or minimum
- how to identify domain & range
There is both a pdf and editable powerpoint version of the rubric to allow for easy & consistent grading.
A completed sample project is included.
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