National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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719- Modeling with Linear Functions: Three Ideas in Thirty Minutes

Saturday, April 20, 2013: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Mile High 4 C/D (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Shelley Kriegler

Handouts
  • NCTM 2013 - lin fctns - 3 ideas.pdf (561.6 kB)

    • Receive overviews for three problems accessible to grades 6–9 students with a range of ability levels. The problems require minimal preparation and materials. Get an overview of the modeling cycle and techniques to enhance reasoning and communication. Activities include the Lefty–Righty Experiment, Cutting the Rope, and the Border Problem.

    Presentation Format: 6-8 Burst
    Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12, 6 to 8

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