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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Mathematics — Grade 8

Goal 5: Algebra - The learner will understand and use linear relations and functions.

Objective 5.04. Solve equations using the inverse relationships of addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, squares and square roots, and cubes and cube roots.

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We’re in the process of aligning our content for students to the Standard Course of Study. As we do, you’ll find it here.

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Supreme Court handshake
In this lesson, one of a multi-part unit from Illuminations, students explore the handshake problem, a classic problem in mathematics that asks, “How many handshakes occur when n people shake hands with each other?” (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Mathematics)
Provided by: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The plus sign and triangle
In this lesson, students explore the concepts of identity, inverse, commutativity, and associativity. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Mathematics)
Provided by: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Finding our top speed
This Illuminations lesson sets the stage for a discussion of travel in the solar system. By considering a real-world, hands-on activity, students develop their understanding of time and distance. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Mathematics)
Provided by: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Algebra in balance
In this lesson, one of a multi-part unit from Illuminations, students use an interactive pan balance tool to explore algebraic expressions. They determine if algebraic expressions are equal and balance pans to solve a system of equations. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 Mathematics)
Provided by: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics