Creator: NCTM | visit site
Grade Range: 4 - 8
Illuminations offers this library of interactives specifically for teaching the Algebra strand in 6th through 8th grade. The large variety of activities provides opportunities for learning content through many different methods including problem-solving, open-ended and multiple response questions, and real-world situations. Each interactive includes complete instructions, an exploration, and correlation to standards.
In the Classroom
Keep this site in your professional favorites to find supporting technology for teaching algebra. As you find practice or extension ideas for student use or at home reinforcement, share specific links on your class web page or classroom computer center for students to access independently or as you assign them for needed practice. The full site could be overwhelming for most parents, so share the specific areas that fit your curriculum.
At Home
Your student will benefit from the many excellent resources on this site to practice algebra concepts at home.
Tags
number lines, ratios, charts and graphs, functions, patterns, equations,