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Model real-life structures with mathematics. A project-based lesson presents a problem situation requiring classes to develop a function to model the St. Louis Arch and the Rainbow Bridge in Arizona. They create their models by investigating transformations.
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Instructional Ideas
- Requires both a graphical and algebraic solution for the model
- Use Desmos, or similar tool, to insert a photo of the structures as the background of the coordinate plane
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes learners have access to graphing calculators or an alternative online tool
Pros
- Provides documents in an editable format
- Includes all relevant information and diagrams
Cons
- Does not include a solution guide or scoring rubric