Author:
Nathan Rutko
Subject:
Algebra, Geometry, Math 1
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Level:
Middle School, High School
Tags:
  • Algebra
  • Geomerty
  • Math Investigation
  • License:
    Creative Commons Attribution
    Language:
    English
    Media Formats:
    Audio, Downloadable docs, Video

    Education Standards

    Math Investigation

    Math Investigation

    Overview

    This resource is designed to assist students understanding of real-world applicaitono f mathematical concepts.  Students will complete their investigation over the course of 4-5 days, following the multi-segment program "Mathnet" from the PBS series "Square One Television" 

    While watching the day's segment, students will be recording in their notebooks the following information: math concepts used/referred to, important clues about the investigation, and individuals who they believe are "persons of interest."  Following the last video segmnet, students will complete their I"Investigation Report" for submission to their supervisor (a.k.a the teacher).

    Overview

    This resource is designed to assist students understanding of real-world applicaitono f mathematical concepts.  Students will complete their investigation over the course of 4-5 days, following the multi-segment program "Mathnet" from the PBS series "Square One Television" 

    While watching the day's segment, students will be recording in their notebooks the following information: math concepts used/referred to, important clues about the investigation, and individuals who they believe are "persons of interest."  Following the last video segmnet, students will complete their I"Investigation Report" for submission to their supervisor (a.k.a the teacher).