Rate Detectives Teacher Guide
A comprehensive teacher guide for the Rate Detectives lesson, including a timeline, pacing, specific video pause points, and common misconceptions to watch for during the activity.
Rate Detectives Presentation Slides
A set of visual slides for the Rate Detectives lesson, including the "Spot the Error" warm-up, embedded YouTube video for anchor chart creation, and activity instructions.
Rate Detectives Anchor Chart Handout
A student-facing anchor chart to be completed while watching the instructional video. It includes space for the general formula, definitions of growth vs. decay factors/rates, and space to work through the video's core examples.
Rate Detectives Matching Cards Handout
A set of 20 cards (10 matching pairs) featuring exponential growth/decay factors and their corresponding rates. Cards now feature identical header styling to ensure students match by mathematical value rather than color.
Rate Detectives Role Play Scenarios
Six real-world scenarios designed for pairs to discuss and solve after completing the matching activity. Each case file requires students to apply the relationship between growth/decay factors and rates to debunk common misconceptions. Updated with Name/Date fields and clearer writing areas.
Rate Detectives Exit Ticket
A short exit ticket for students to reflect on the lesson objective. It includes the required journal prompt ("To find the rate from the factor, I must...") and a quick check-for-understanding on growth and decay rates.
