December 2005
Discovering the Value of Pi
The students will measure the diameter and circumference of many circles and will estimate their relationship. By doing so, they should discover the approximate value of pi. By discovering it on their own they should feel rewarded and gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental concept of pi.
Math Through Culture:Culturally-Situated Design Tools
(via)Many cultural designs are based on mathematical principles. This software will help students learn standards-based mathematics as they simulate the original artifacts, and develop their own creations.
September 2005
More Than Math
by 1 otherMore Than Math integrates the visual arts into the 3rd, 4th and 5th grade mathematics curriculum using works of art to explore pattern, symmetry, proportion, perspective, balance and geometric form
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