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One cyclist goes to great lengths to make his proposal! Your classes must figure out just what length that is. Using a map with a bike route that spells out Marry Me, learners calculate the total distance of the ride. They base their calculations on the scale of the map.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have individuals plan a route in their own cities to send a message to another individual and then calculate the distance of their message
- Form collaborative groups to discuss and solve the problem; have groups compare their answers before showing them the solution
Classroom Considerations
- Builds from an understanding of scale conversions
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Pros
- Uses an interesting story to practice math concepts
- Offers additional approaches to the lesson for different levels
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- None