Finding the Distance Between Two Points – Playlist and Teaching Notes

In this playlist, students explore standard 8.G.B.8. They learn how to apply the Pythagorean theorem to find the distance between two points in a coordinate system. Students are guided through examples of how to find vertical and horizontal distances on a coordinate plane. Students apply what they learned by using the Pythagorean theorem to find the distance between two points. Students also have the option to view instructional videos and complete practice quizzes or activities.

The playlist includes:
• Link to a practice activity
• Links to three instructional videos or texts
• Definitions of key terms, such as horizontal and Pythagorean theorem
• Explanations and examples of how to solve complex problems using the Pythagorean theorem

Accompanying Teaching Notes include:
• Links to additional resources for extra practice
• Links to video tutorials for students struggling with certain parts of the standard, such as making errors locating the third point somewhere other than the intersection between two rays

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