Top Five Desmos Activities for Algebra 2

Desmos activities have become an essential tool in my high school math classroom. They are no-prep and can keep the students engaged for a full period. I love to use them as introductions, test reviews, and even sub plans! Want to know more about Desmos and how to use it in your classroom? Check out this blog post. Keep reading for my favorite Desmos activities for Algebra 2.

5. Polygraph: Parabolas

Polygraphs on Desmos are a math version of Guess Who? Your students will ask each other yes or no questions using math vocabulary to narrow down their options until they figure out the graph their partner chose. This activity can last from 15 to 45 minutes depending on the number of rounds you want your students to play.

4. Absolute Value Inequalities on the Number Line

This Desmos activity is great for introducing what one variable absolute value inequalities look like on a number line. It can also be used as a segue from compound inequalities to absolute value inequalities. The discovery based questions will challenge your students to think critically about the graphs.

3. Polygraph: Absolute Value

Similar to the Polygraph: Parabolas activity, the students will use math vocabulary to describe vertices and slopes of absolute value functions. These activities can be used as an introduction, review, or sub plans!

2. Polynomial Equations Challenges

This exploratory activity challenges students to think deeper about quadratic functions and their roots. One of my favorite parts of this activity is how open-ended it is that allows for different solutions and interpretations.

1. Marbleslides: Parabolas

Marbleslides are the perfect game to reinforce different parts of a function and its equation. The students will adjust the vertex, domain, and slope to catch all of the stars. This is truly the perfect mix of engaging and challenging for your Algebra 2 students.

Looking for Desmos activities for Algebra 1? Check out my TOP TEN favorite activities are in this blog post!