X. Class 12

A. Participants investigate Polynomial Functions, Exponential Functions, and the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

Participants should choose investigations that involve:

• Definition and degree, end behaviors and zeros, and tranformations of polynomial functions;
• Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

Investigations for Week 12

• Polynomial Functions
  • Solutions in a System
  • End Behavior
  • Discriminant
  • x-intercept Transformations
  • Coefficients that Affect the Graph
  • Moving Parabolas
• Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
  • Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
• Exponential Functions
  • Exponential Functions
  • Intersecting Graphs
  • Pricing Pizzas

B. Participants add write-up to their online portfolios
C. Adapt an InterMath investigation into an instructional activity for middle school students ­ Whole class or small group activity

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Additional Resources for Week 12

• Dictionary Terms with Comprehension Activities
  • Exponential
  • Polynomial
  • Transformation
• External Resources
  • Definition of a Polynomial Function
  • Polynomials
  • Polynomial Functions
  • Polynomial Function Graphs
  • Synthetic Division
  • Zeros of Polynomials-Dr. Math
  • End Behavior
  • Ask Dr. Math - Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
  • Ask Dr. Math - Fundamental Theorems
  • Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

Return to the Algebra Syllabus.