Solving by Factoring and Graphing
Students connect the x-intercepts of a quadratic graph to the roots of the corresponding quadratic equation.
About This Topic
Students connect the x-intercepts of a quadratic graph to the roots of the corresponding quadratic equation.
Key Questions
- What is the relationship between roots, zeros, and x-intercepts?
- How can factoring help us find the zeros of a relation?
- When is graphing an effective method for solving quadratic equations?
Planning templates for Principles of Mathematics
5E Model
The 5E Model structures lessons through five phases (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate), guiding students from curiosity to deep understanding through inquiry-based learning.
Unit PlannerMath Unit
Plan a multi-week math unit with conceptual coherence: from building number sense and procedural fluency to applying skills in context and developing mathematical reasoning across a connected sequence of lessons.
RubricMath Rubric
Build a math rubric that assesses problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and communication alongside procedural accuracy, giving students feedback on how they think, not just whether they got the right answer.