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What is Engaging Mathematics, Volume I: Precalculus?


An instructional resource featuring 110 Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
(TEKS)-based, classroom-ready mathematics activities that each take approximately
15 to 20 minutes to complete.




A TEKS-based resource that addresses each of the Precalculus TEKS.
Engaging Mathematics, Volume I complements teachers existing
resources and provides—
 Rigorous problem-solving tasks;
 Manipulative-based tasks;
 Vocabulary development tasks; and
 Sorting and classifying tasks.




A resource that supports high-quality, research-based practices by providing activities
that can be used for various purposes, including—

 Engaging warm-ups and opening tasks that draw students into relevant
and challenging mathematics;
 Instructional support for all students to help learners articulate, refine, and retain
important mathematical concepts, processes, and skills;
 Short-cycle, formative assessments that provide immediate and ongoing
feedback to guide instruction for the teacher and learning for the student; and
 Supplemental tasks to support intervention strategies.




A resource that incorporates the mathematical process standards by
promoting—
 Reasoning, generalizing, and problem-solving in
mathematical and real-world contexts;
 Modeling, using tools, and connecting
representations;
 Analysis; and
 Communication.



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