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Proving (a Theorem) and Disproving (a Theory)

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As a cross-curricular lesson, your class examines the issues of gender discrimination, careers, and gender roles. They read and discuss an article, prepare a proof of the Pythagorean theorem as a class, and develop a creative representation of Pythagoras' ideas.

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Grade
7th - 12th
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Math
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
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Project-Based Learning
Year
2006
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