Digital Resources on the Topic of Quadratic Equations and Functions

Quadratics

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Definition--Quadratics Concepts--The Discriminant		<h1>Definition--Quadratics Concepts--The Discriminant</h1><p> 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. </p>
Definition--Quadratics Concepts--Vertex		Definition--Quadratics Concepts--Vertex 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.
Definition--Quadratics Concepts--x-intercept		Definition--Quadratics Concepts--x-intercept 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.
Definition--Quadratics Concepts--y-intercept		Definition--Quadratics Concepts--y-intercept 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.
Desmos Activity: Equations of Parabolas 1		Derive the equation of a parabola with a vertex at the origin and focus at coordinates (0, f) using a Desmos graphing calculator. There is a companion worksheet for this activity, which subscribers can download.
Desmos Activity: Equations of Parabolas 2		Derive the equation of a parabola with Focus at coordinates (a, c) and Directrix at y = c using a Desmos graphing calculator. There is a companion worksheet for this activity, which subscribers can download. The worksheet is a PDF file. Related Resources To see additional resources on this topic click on the Related Resources tab above. Desmos Collection
Desmos Activity: Exploring Quadratic Functions in Standard Form		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. Related Resources
Desmos Activity: Exploring Quadratic Functions in Vertex Form		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. Related Resources
Desmos Activity: Quadratic Functions 1: y = ax^2		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.
Desmos Activity: Quadratic Functions 2: y = ax^2 + c		In this graphing calculator activity, have your students explore quadratic functions of the form y = ax2 + c. This Desmos template allows students to explore the effect of changes in the values of a and c on the graph of the parabola. A companion downloadable worksheet uses the graphing calculator template to explore the properties of these quadratic functions.
Desmos Activity: Quadratic Functions 3: y = ax^2 + bx		In this graphing calculator activity, have your students explore quadratic functions of the form y = ax2 + bx. This Desmos template allows students to explore the effect of changes in the values of a and b on the graph of the parabola. A companion downloadable worksheet uses the graphing calculator template to explore the properties of these quadratic functions.
Desmos Activity: Quadratic Functions 4: y = ax^2 + bx + c		In this graphing calculator activity, have your students explore quadratic functions of the form y = ax2 + bx + c. This Desmos template allows students to explore the effect of changes in the values of a, b, and c on the graph of the parabola. A companion downloadable worksheet uses the graphing calculator template to explore the properties of these quadratic functions.
Formulas--Discriminant		Formulas--Discriminant The formula for the Discriminant.
Formulas--Quadratic Formula		Formulas--Quadratic Formula The formula for the Quadratic Formula.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Accident Investigation		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Accident Investigation In this Algebra Application, students develop a quadratic mathematical model for calculating the speed of a car based on the length of its skid marks. Using this model, students investigate the corresponding parabola.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Fireworks Displays		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Fireworks Displays In this Algebra Application, students develop a quadratic mathematical model based for the path of fireworks. Using this model, students investigate the properties of parabolas, including orientation, y-intercept, and vertex.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Algebra Application: Landing a Satellite on a Comet		In this Slide Show, learn about a recent space mission to land a satellite on a comet. Note: The download is a PPT file.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Factored Form		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Factored Form This slide show provides 8 examples of quadratic functions in factored form and analyzes their graphs.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Standard Form		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Standard Form This slide show provides 18 examples of quadratic functions in standard form and analyzes their graphs.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Vertex Form		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Analyzing Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Vertex Form This slide show provides 8 examples of quadratic functions in vertex form and analyzes their graphs.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Complex Roots of Quadratic Equations		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Complex Roots of Quadratic Equations This slide show shows several worked-out examples that show how to calculate the complex roots of quadratics.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Desmos Tutorial: Matching Coordinates to Quadratic Functions		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Desmos Tutorial: Matching Coordinates to Quadratic Functions In this Slide Show, use the Desmos graphing calculator to explore quadratic functions. To see the complete collection of Desmos Resources click on this link.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Desmos Tutorial: Quadratic Functions in Standard Form		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Desmos Tutorial: Quadratic Functions in Standard Form In this Slide Show, use the Desmos graphing calculator to explore quadratic functions in standard form. To see the complete collection of Desmos Resources click on this link.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Graphs of Quadratic Functions		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Graphs of Quadratic Functions In this Slide Show, learn about graphs of quadratic functions.
INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Increasing and Decreasing Quadratic Functions		INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCE: Tutorial: Increasing and Decreasing Quadratic Functions In this presentation, learn how to identify the increasing and decreasing parts of a quadratic function. Cases include equations in vertex and standard form.