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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Indianapolis, Indiana

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

49- Giant Polyhedra, Inside and Out: Hands-On Development of 3-D Concepts

Thursday, October 30, 2014: 9:45 AM-11:00 AM
Capitol 1 (Westin) (Westin)
Lead Speaker:
Jacqueline Sack
Co-Speaker:
Michael Connell

Handouts
  • Giant Polyhedra.pdf (8.4 MB)

  • Build larger-than-life polyhedra using lightweight, brightly colored, giant triangles. No prior knowledge or experience required. This hands-on experience moves through the first three van Hiele levels developing a deep level of conceptualization about polyhedra and integrates all of the NCTM Process Standards.

    Presentation Format: Preservice and In-Service Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: Preservice and Inservice