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Math on the Mound

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Students explore mathematical applications of the current intra-city World Series. After learning how one school district is incorporating the World Series in its classrooms, students consider possible applications of the Series in their math curriculum.

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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
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Research
Year
2000
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