Equations of a Straight Line

A simulation where learners manipulate the slope and y-intercept of linear equations to see real-time changes on a graph, building understanding of how algebraic equations define straight lines.

Category: Math
Grades: Grades 8-12
Variant: Guided
Standards: CC Math: Expressions & Equations, CC Math: Functions, CC Math: Geometry
Plays on: VRDesktopWeb

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Lab objectives and outcomes

Students will be able to explain how changes in the slope (m) and y-intercept (b) values independently affect the orientation and vertical position of a straight line on a graph.
Students will be able to construct a straight line on the virtual graph that accurately represents a given linear equation by manipulating the slope and y-intercept controls.
Students will be able to compare the graphical representations of two different linear equations by adjusting their respective slope and y-intercept values within the simulation.

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Equations of a Straight Line Quiz

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Equations of a Straight Line Discussion

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Track learner progress

Run this simulation with a class and watch it happen: who started, who finished, and how long each learner took. Drill into a run to see what they actually did.

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