This is the Teacher's Guide that accompanies Algebra Applications: Quadratic Functions.

In this episode of Algebra Applications, three real-world explorations of quadratic functions are developed: Pyrotechnics. Fireworks displays are elegant examples of quadratic functions. Forensics. The distance a car travels even after the brakes are applied can be described through a quadratic function.

This is the Teacher's Guide that accompanies Algebra Nspirations: Quadratic Functions.

In this program, the TI-Nspire is used to explore the nature of quadratic functions. Examples ranging from space travel and projectile motion provide real-world examples for discovering algebraic concepts. All examples are solved graphically.

In this TI Nspire tutorial, the Graph window is used to graph a quadratic function. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. This Mini-Tutorial Video includes a worksheet.

In this episode of Algebra Applications, three real-world explorations of quadratic functions are developed: Pyrotechnics. Fireworks displays are elegant examples of quadratic functions. Forensics.

An overview of the key topics to be covered in the video.

Fireworks displays are elegant examples of quadratic function. In this segment the basics of quadratic functions in standard form are developed visually and students are guided through the planning of a fireworks display.

From the time a baby is born to the time it reaches 36 months of age, there is dramatic growth in height and weight. An analysis of CDC data reveals a number of quadratic models that doctors can use to monitor the growth and development of children.

In this program, the TI-Nspire is used to explore the nature of quadratic functions. Examples ranging from space travel and projectile motion provide real-world examples for discovering algebraic concepts. All examples are solved graphically.

In this Investigation we explore quadratic functions and their graphs. This video is Segment 1 of a 4 segment series related to Algebra Nspirations: Quadratic Functions. Segments 1 and 2 are grouped together.

In this Investigation we use a quadratic model to explore the path of a rocket into space. This video is Segment 3 of a 4 segment series related to Algebra Nspirations: Inequalities. Segments 3 and 4 are grouped together.

In this TI Nspire tutorial, the Graph window is used to create a slider-based graph of a quadratic function in standard form. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. This Mini-Tutorial Video includes a worksheet. .

In this TI Nspire tutorial, the Graph window is used to create a slider-based graph of a quadratic function in vertex form. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. This Mini-Tutorial Video includes a worksheet. .

Video Tutorial: Quadratics: What Is a Quadratic Function? In this video, students learn about the characteristics of quadratic functions by looking at data, graphs, and equations. This video works with quadratic functions in standard form.

In this TI Nspire tutorial, a Graph window is used to solve a quadratic equation using the Trace tool. This video supports the TI-Nspire Clickpad and Touchpad. This Mini-Tutorial Video includes a worksheet. .

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

This is a collection of definitions related to quadratic functions, quadratic equations, and related concepts. This includes general definitions for quadratic functions and equations, as well as terms that relate to these broad concepts.

Explore quadratic functions in standard form using this Desmos graphing calculator activity. In addition to graphing the parabola, it tracks the coordinates of the vertex and the axis of symmetry. There is a companion worksheet for this activity, which subscribers can download. The worksheet is a PDF file.

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Explore quadratic functions in vertex form using this Desmos graphing calculator activity. In addition to graphing the parabola, it tracks the coordinates of the vertex and the axis of symmetry. There is a companion worksheet for this activity, which subscribers can download. The worksheet is a PDF file.

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In this graphing calculator activity, have your students explore quadratic functions of the form y = ax2. This Desmos template allows students to explore the effect of changes in the coefficient a on the graph of the parabola. A companion downloadable worksheet uses the graphing calculator template to explore the properties of these quadratic functions.