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Calculating Distances in Two and Three Dimensions
Students use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems. In this geometry instructional activity, students solve for the distances by calculating the different parts of the shape of a two and three dimensional shape. They reason by analogy.
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Applications of Properties of Quadrilaterals in the Coordinate Plane
High schoolers explore the concept of quadrilaterals. In this quadrilaterals lesson, students use the slope formula, midpoint formula, and distance formula to justify that a given quadrilateral is a parallelogram.
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What Goes Around
Fourth graders investigate the relationships between the area and perimeters of squares and rectangles. They calculate the perimeter of rectangles and squares using a formula. Students investigate the relationship between the perimeter...
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Hexagon Island
Students identify different polygons. In this geometry lesson, students name polygons using the number of sides. They calculate distance and slopes using the correct formula.
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Perimeter and Area of 2D Shapes
Learners find the perimeter and area of circles, triangles, and rectangles. In this perimeter and area instructional activity, the teacher gives students formulas for each shape and measurement and works through examples on the board....
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Volume and Surface Area
Students explore volume and surface area. In this math activity, students fill boxes with cubes to identify the volume of the boxes. Students discuss area.
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The Value of Volume
Students measure the perimeter and area of their polygons. In this geometry instructional activity, students calculate the volume and area using the correct tools. They calculate the time and temperature and the perimeter and side...
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CSI Investigation
Young scholars solve real life situation using the Pythagorean Theorem. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the length, midpoint and slope of segments. They solve word problems using properties of square roots.
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Geometry Jeopardy
Students identify the pattern in a problem. In this geometry lesson, students make predictions, collect and analyze data. They apply the idea of scales and measurements to the real world.
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Math: Gears and Wheels
Twelfth graders solve problems involving linear and angular speed. Using information about a compact disc, they solve the problem using multiple rates and conversion factors. Students also solve additional problems involving bicycle...
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Pythagorean Theorem: Triangles and Their Sides
Students investigate triangles and their relationship to each other. For this geometry lesson, students solve right triangles using the properties of the Pythagorean Theorem. They differentiate between right, acute, straight and oblique...