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Construct and Design a Shipping Package

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Construct and Design a Shipping Package

A webquest for 8-10 grade (Geometry)

Hillsboro R-3 School

Hillsboro, MO

http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/EPeirce/

Focus:

The Webquest focuses on the use of the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for any third side of a RIGHT TRIANGLE, including some "real-world" applications.

Project Objectives:

The objective of the Webquest is to introduce the Pythagorean Theorem and some history about Pythagoras himself. I would start my normal unit on triangles before beginning this project.

* The students will have a better grasp of what a right triangle is.

* The students will be able to identify the attributes of a rectangle.

* The students will have a better understanding of who Pythagoras was

and where the theorem comes from.

* Students will apply knowledge about exponential problems to determine the

length of the third side of any right triangle.

* The student will apply this knowledge to determine length of a rectangle

given the width and the length of the diagonal.

* The student and teammate will develop a name for the new golf club,

research colors schemes for logos and create a logo for the new club. The

name and logo will be school/ethically appropriate.

Missouri CLE's:

* Numbers and Operations: Geometry, 1B, 2D & 3D

1B-use real numbers and various models, drawing, etc. to solve problems

2D-apply operations to real numbers, using mental computation or paper-

and-pencil calculations for simple cases and technology for more

complicated cases

3D-judge the reasonableness of numerical computations and their results

* Algebraic Relations: Geometry, 2B

2B-apply appropriate properties of exponents to simplify expressions and

solve equations

* Geometric and Spacial Relationships: Geometry, 4B

4B-draw or use visual models to represent and solve problems

ISTE Standards:

* NETS.T Standards

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity

2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments

3. Mode Digital-Age Work and Learning

* NETS.S Standard

1. Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and

develop innovative products and processes using technology.

2. Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work

collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning

and contribute to the learning of others.

3. Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.

4. Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research,

manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using

appropriate digital tools and resources.

5. Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to

technology and practice legal and ethical behavior.

6. Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts,

systems, and operations.

Equipment required:

* Computers will be required for each team (pair) of students.

* Students will need to feel comfortable with the internet.

* Printout of the worksheet, pencil, ruler, scissors, string and calculator will be

required.

* Dowel rods (or just string) to make sides for the "partial triangles."

Time Required:

1+ day(s) (extra day may be needed to research and be CREATIVE with their name and logo)

Resources used:

I would like to thank all external sites used in making my webquest for my students. It will help make math a little more "fun" and enjoyable to learn!

1. Math is Fun (Rod Pierce)

2. Thebigview.com

3. Ancient Babylonian Number Systems (J J O'Connor and E F Robertson)

4. Ancient Egyptian Number Systems (Mark Milmore)

5. A Maths Dictionary for Kids (Jenny Eather)

6. Coolmath.com (Karen & Phil)

7. Math Open Reference (John Page)

8. Mathwarehouse.com

9. PBS/NOVA

10. Youtube (learnmegood)

11. Mathematics at pppst (mrdonn & philipmartin)

12. Shodor Interactive Activities