Friday, April 15, 2011: 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Sagamore Ballroom 3 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Cindy Carter
Co-Speaker:
Keith Civin
Unify all familiar area and volume formulas, both two- and three-dimensional, as one versatile idea: scale factor × base × height. Engage in interactive whiteboard and hands-on activities that make this idea intuitive to students. See how these compelling activities can also deceive the eye and mind, facilitating proof through ideas that are accessible in middle school.
Presentation Format: 6-8 Gallery Workshop
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12