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Recursive Formulas: Fibonacci Sequence InteractiveRecursive Formulas: Fibonacci Sequence Interactive
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CK-12 Foundation
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11th - Higher Ed
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Duration
15 mins
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2015
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Recursive Formulas: Fibonacci Sequence

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Explore the building blocks of the Fibonacci Sequence. Given the lengths of sides of squares, pupils deduce the pattern to determine the lengths of two more squares. Learners continue to work with recursive formulas to generate numerical sequences.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

number sequence, sequences, fibonacci, recursion, the recursive formula

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pairs create recursive formulas for sequences and trade with their classmates to generate the numerical pattern

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  • Individuals should understand subscript notation
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Pros

  • Includes additional examples within the reference material
  • Provides the opportunity to view the correct answer if necessary

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSF-IF.A.3 HSF-BF.A.1.a HSF-BF.A.2

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