Students explore the contributions of women to mathematics by writing a research paper, presenting a summary to their peers, and sharing an activity with their peers. They use a variety of reference materials to gather information for research topics.

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3rd

Students, in groups, search for and locate resources on a chosen famous mathematician. Enough information needs to be gathered to examine the mathematician's life and his/her contributions to the field of mathematics.

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9th

Students research six different mathematicians using Internet resources. They examine the contributions of different cultures, women, and one that made a significant to geometry. They present their research to the class.

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9th - 11th

Students write a research paper on the history of the Thanksgiving holiday. They conduct Internet research and take notes, edit and revise their first draft, and write a final report.

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9th - 12th

Students conduct research into the history of the sundial. They will use books and Internet sources to do their project. The students are expected to answer some key guided questions to complete the project.

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11th - 12th