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Naming Simple Geometric Figures Instructional VideoNaming Simple Geometric Figures Instructional Video
Publisher
Krista King Math
Resource Details
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
8:53
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Year
2015
Instructional Video

Naming Simple Geometric Figures

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Mathematicians use notation for efficiency, so make your classes more efficient! The instructor explains the definition and notation for key elements of geometry such as points, lines, and planes. This is the 37th lesson is a series of 40. 

5 Views 6 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

geometric figures, points on a line, lines, planes, rays, segments, notation, geometric vocabulary

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Ask learners to watch the video independently and then complete a set of practice problems
  • Post the video as reference for absent pupils or those needing extra instruction

Classroom Considerations

  • Meant as an introduction to basic geometric nomenclature
  • The 37th lesson is a series of 40
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Spends time discussing the different ways to name the same figures

Cons

  • Explains the definitions but does not provide them in writing
  • Instructor speaks quickly, which may make it difficult for pupils to follow

Common Core

HSG-CO.A.1

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