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The Grade x Lesson Plans links report the GPS standards along with the appropriate lesson plan activities using Technology.
The links for the various lesson plan activities for middle school mathematics. Geoboard App - This Application provides the ability to measure arcs, line segments, area, and perimeter, as well as rotate, refl ect, and translate objects.It makes the TI-73 Explorer an ideal addition to any middle grades mathematics classroom.
LearningCheck™ App - This Application allows you to easily create self-check opportunities by sending out review questions, practice tests and more with this great new tool that expands the capabilities of your classroom technology.
Barbie
Bungee- In this lesson, students
model a bungee jump using a Barbie® doll and rubber bands. The
distance to which the doll will fall is directly proportional to the number of
rubber bands, so this context is used to examine linear functions. Algebra
, Data analysis and probability Every
Breath You Take-In the following
open-ended exploration, students estimate, experiment, and display real-life
data. Students use the number of breaths taken during a specified time period as
the context for this exploration. Algebra
, Data analysis and probability Making
Your First Million-students will
attempt to identify the concept of a million by working with smaller numerical
units, such as blocks of 10 or 100, and then expanding the idea by
multiplication or repeated addition until a million is reached. Additionally,
they will be asked to use critical thinking to analyze situations and to
identify mathematical patterns that will enable them to develop the concept of
very large numbers. Number
and operation The
Ratio of Circumference to Diameter-Students
measure the circumference and diameter of circular objects. They calculate the
ratio of circumference to diameter for each object in an attempt to identify the
value of pi and the circumference formula. Discovering
the Area Formula for Circles-Using
a circle that has been divided into congruent sectors, students will discover
the area formula by using their knowledge of parallelograms. Students will then
calculate the area of various flat circular objects that they have brought to
school. Finally, students will investigate various strategies for estimating the
area of circles. Building
Bridges-n this lesson, students
transition from arithmetical to algebraic thinking by exploring problems that
are not limited to single-solution responses. Values organized into tables and
graphs are used to move toward symbolic representations. Problem situations
involving linear, quadratic, and exponential models are employed. Exploring
Diagonals and the Pythagorean Theorem-Students further explore square roots using the diagonals of
rectangles. Using measurement, students will discover a method for finding the
diagonal of any rectangle when the length and width are known, which leads to
the Pythagorean Theorem. Balancing
Algebraic Understanding-Using a
balance in the classroom is a first step to algebraic understanding. Use this
pan balance (numbers) applet to practice the order of operations in simplifying
numerical expressions and to demonstrate the conventions of using algebraic
logic in simplifying expressions. Algebra
in Balance-Students use the
Balance Pans - Expressions Tool to explore algebraic expressions. They
determine if algebraic expressions are equal. They balance pans to solve a
system of equations and use graphing to find the solutions to a system of
equations. Five's
a Crowd-Students play a game in
which they try to list 5 countries or states in order from most crowded to least
crowded. Using area and population data from a Web site, they estimate quotients
to make their list. They determine whose list is closest to the actual order by
applying a mathematical model (scoring system), which they later evaluate. Similar
and Congruent Figures-Students will understand the concepts of
similarity and congruency by comparing images that match in some respects or
which match in all respects. Geometry 6th Circular Reasoning-Students will review circle terminology (i.e. circumference, radius, diameter, and the relationship between the latter two), and practice making calculations with the software. Geometry 8th Where'd You Get That Pi?-Addresses Grade 8 Measurement strand, expectation 8m45, recognize that there is a constant relationship between the radius, diameter, and circumference of a circle, and approximate its value through investigation.”Geometry 8th Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem and Special Right Triangles-The focus of this lesson will be on applications of the Pythagorean Theorem to word problems and the topic of special right triangles. Geometry 8th Angle
Properties of Parallel Lines-n this investigation students
examine the relationships between angles formed by a pair of parallel lines and
a transverse line (i.e. the Z, X, C and F laws). Students work with an existing
GSP sketch, measure angles, and record their observations for a number of
positions. Parallel
Lines and Triangles-This investigation sets the stage for the
proof that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180 degrees. The
Golden Mean -A GSP document that combines some interactive
construction with a discussion about the golden mean.8th Sine
Law and Cosine Law Review -This activity is intended to provide
an opportunity for students to explore the sine and cosine laws. It is intended
as a review since it assumes that the students have seen these laws before, but
perhaps have not fully explored how these laws apply to different triangles. 8th A Gigabyte of Music- Using Mathematical Conversions to Better Understand Numbers in the News Rip,
Drop,Drip, Drop They express their results with
multiple representations and use the results to make predictions. Rumors Reaching
New Heights Up,
Up, and Away World
in the Balance Tsunami
Waves Cricket
Thermometer Calculating
a Car Payment Perfect
Numbers Graphing
Celcius and Fahrenheit Scales - This
project helps students understand the relationship between two scales (the
Celcius and Fahrenheit scales) using the point-slope formula and determine the
slope of the line from two points. Students will also understand the formula for
conversion between both scales using the point-slope formula and determine the
slope of the line from two points. The Slope Experiment - A 5-page activity that encourages students to "discover" some of the concepts about slope. The
Bicycle Production Problem - A 2-page activity that requires students
to model mathematically how many bicycles have been produced worldwide from 1950
through 1995.
The Pendulum Problem - A 3-page activity that has students model mathematically the relationship between the length of a pendulum and the period of the swing. Linking on the TI-83 - A 2-page activity that illustrates how to share programs and/or data in lists on TI-83 calculators. The Sum of a Series Formulae - A 3-page activity that has students investigate the sum of the squares, sum of the cubes, and other patterns, to see if they can model the sum with a formula. The Photography Studio Picture Prices Problem - A 1-page activity that has students determine what relationship, if any, there is between the number of pictures and the cost of the package. It is a linear relationship and is designed for Algebra I or Algebra II. The 12 Days of Christmas Gift - A 2-page activity that has students see if they can come up with two functions that deal with the famous Christmas song: the total number of gifts sung about each day and the total number of gifts sung after that day. It is very similar to the Sum of a Series Formulae activity above. Tetrahedral
Kites-Each student constructs a
tetrahedron and describes the linear, area and volume using non-traditional
units of measure. Four tetrahedra are combined to form a similar tetrahedron
whose linear dimensions are twice the original tetrahedron. The area and volume
relationships between the first and second tetrahedra are explored, and
generalizations for the relationships are developed. M6M3. Surface
Area-understand
the concept of surface area and volume and be able to communicate their meaning
though written means using pictures of visual models M6M4 Cones
& Cylinders Math Lab-lesson plan M6G2 Constant
Dimensions-Students will measure
the length and width of a rectangle using both standard and non-standard units
of measure. In addition to providing measurement practice, this lesson allows
students to discover that the ratio of length to width of a rectangle is
constant, in spite of the units. For many middle school students, this discovery
is surprising. M6A3 Boxing
Up-Students explore the
relationship between theoretical and experimental probabilities using an
interactive tool known as a "box model." A "box model" is a
statistical device that can be used to simulate standard probability experiments
such as flipping a coin or rolling a die.
M6D2. Fire-Choose
a starting place for a wildfire and enter the probability that it will spread;
then, watch the results as the fire weaves through the forest or burns itself
out. M8D3 Adjustable
Spinner-Change the number of
sectors and increase or decrease their size to create any type of spinner. Then,
conduct a probability experiment by spinning the spinner many times. How does
the experimental probability compare with the theoretical probability?
M8D3 The
Game of SKUNK-In this lesson,
students practice decision-making skills leading to a better understanding of
choice versus chance and building the foundation of mathematical probability.
This lesson is adapted from an article by Dan Brutlag, "Choice and Chance
in Life: The Game of SKUNK," M8D2 Food
Court-In this lesson, students
conduct a survey and create bar graphs. The process standards Communication,
Problem Solving, and Representation are integral to this lesson. M8P2 The
Soup Spot-In this lesson, students
conduct a survey and create pictographs and line plots. They also determine the
number of possible combinations. The process standards Communication and
Representation are central to this lesson. M8P3 The Creamery-Students estimate, then determine, the number of ice cream sundae combinations that can be made with two topping possibilities and a number of ice cream flavors. They write number sentences for the number of combinations that can be made from a given number of possibilities. Problem Solving and Communication are the process standards central to this lesson. M7P3 Interest earning bank account - Review rate of change. Discusses how depositing money in an interest-earning bank account allows the value of the money to increase. M6P1 Math at Work Video Projects - Students in groups of six will identify a local business in the school neighborhood, interview the staff, and find out how the business uses math in their daily work. They will then create short documentary films based on their findings. M6P2 How big is that star - Students will determine the diameters of stars by analyzing data and manipulating equations. M6P3 Hotel
Infinity (MegaMath) - Nancy Casey; Los Alamos National Laboratory Calculating a Car Payment- The student will use a formula containing complex fractions and large exponents to calculate a monthly car payment. M7P1 - Technology Games on
Graphs (MegaMath) - Nancy Casey; Los Alamos National Laboratory Using the Internet to plan the amount of time, money and effort involved in going on a trip around the U.S. A lesson plan and sample journey are included, as well as detailed instructions for students. more>> http://www.austintown.k12.oh.us/~aust_tr/ti83activities.htm provides following different lesson plans to understand different mathematics concepts using the TI-83 calculator. Area
Formulas App
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