Few topics connect with as many branches of mathematics as conic sections. Congruency, similarity, the Pythagorean theorem, and trigonometry all play a role in investigating ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas. This session provides an interactive tour of the many physical models that draw conics, as well as their counterparts built with Sketchpad.

Presentation Format: 9-12 Session
Grade Band Audience: 9 to 12