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- 4th - 8th
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Students examine properties of fractals by visiting Internet websites. They work independently, exploring the concept of fractal geometry. Full Review »
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- 5th - 8th
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Students view a video to discover how patterns in nature relate to math. They explore the concept of exponential growth by observing and creating fractals. They solve and design word problems. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students use the Internet to answer lab questions about fractals, and then construct fractals using the initial stage and iteration rule. They complete tables and generate rules for the "nth" term and create their own fractals. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students discover patterns and sequences. They use a website to explore patterns and fractals. Students share their discovery of fractals and their patterns with the class. They develop a list of patterns used in everyday life. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students study and research irregular fractals and construct a few based on their research. Students practice pattern recognition skills and plane geometry skills calculating dimensions on the Fractured Pictures activity. Full Review »
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- 10th - 11th
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Students are introduced to the concept of fractals and identify instances of fractals in the real world. They work in groups to explore a variety of computer tutorials, discuss the experience, identify examples of fractals in modern art and complete worksheets. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students discuss and explore what fractals are and some different properties that they hold. They then build a simple fractal of their own in order to reinforce those concepts. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students identify and analyze fractals and research information using the Internet to locate information about them. Students look at fractals in relation to nature and other real world situations. Students create several types of fractals using various methods on grid paper and poster paper. Questions are included within each section of the lesson for students to respond to. Full Review »
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- 7th - 10th
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Students explore the world of fractal images and the mathematics behind them. They explore fractal sites on the Internet. They create their own fractal designs. They publish a calendar displaying their favorite fractal art. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students explore the process and criteria for generating an effective report of their inquiries into fractals.They are provided with multiple report options for expressing their knowledge of the inquiry process. Full Review »

