Graph Quadratic Functions

This algebra and functions lesson focuses on graphing functions of the form y=nx^2. The lesson includes research-based strategies and strategic questions that prepare students for assessments. In this lesson, students identify and label the coefficient, n, of the quadratic function. Then, using n, they describe whether the parabola opens upward or downward and complete the table with x- and y-values by evaluating each function for the ex-values in the table. Finally, they use the table to create ordered pairs and plot them on the coordinate grid and sketch the parabola. In addition to the lesson, there are four pages of Independent Practice and review with questions modeled after current adaptive testing items.