10 December 2005 14:15
Animated Atlas: Growth of a Nation
by knann (via)
Engaging presentation illustrates the growth of the US from Post American Revolution through Post Civil War.
08 December 2005 10:30
Absurd Math:Pre-Algebra from Another Dimension
by knann (via)
Absurd Math is an interactive mathematical problem solving game series. The player proceeds on missions in a strange world where the ultimate power consists of mathematical skill and knowledge.
08 December 2005 10:15
Middle School Madness: Problems of the Week Archive
by knann
Challenging math problems for you to solve. Email your answer to find out if you are right!
08 December 2005 10:00
Enriching Mathematics
by knann
Activities to explore and engage with mathematical ideas.
Provides challenging activities which provide students with opportunities to develop their mathematics.
08 December 2005 09:00
A Creative Encounter of the Numerical Kind
by knann (via)
After researching place value and numeration systems, students create a base-4 numeration system for a primitive alien tribe.
Searching for Solutions WebQuest
by knann
This web-based unit will introduce students to strategies and real-life practice activities for applying problem-solving skills. Students will investigate real problems through a variety of websites and group activities.
08 December 2005 08:00
07 December 2005 10:00
Discovering the Value of Pi
by knann
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.
Problem Solving with Pentominos
by knann
Pentominos are the names of shapes created by 5 squares connected together. The objective of the puzzle is to place all pentominos inside the square after marking 4 boxes to remain empty.
07 December 2005 09:45
Math Through Culture:Culturally-Situated Design Tools
by knann (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.
07 December 2005 09:30
NCTM : Illuminations Lessons
by knann
Interactive Math tools for grades for K-12. Accompanied by lesson plans and NCTM standards
18 November 2005 11:30
Strange Dead Bird - Science Mystery
by knann
"Strange Dead Bird" is an interactive mystery. Can you figure out what this strange dead bird has to do with our disappearing wetlands?
17 November 2005 10:15
17 November 2005 09:30
Math Continuum
by knann
Video tutorials and interactive activities with audio. Strands include: Numbers and Operations, Patterns and Relations, Geometry, Statistics and Probabiity
Activities - Adding and subtracting Fractions, Fractions and Equivalent Fractions, Fractions, Multiply & Divide, Percent., Equations, Pattern Puzzles, Area
03 November 2005 09:15
Tessellate!
by knann
This activity can be used to:recognize and explore the properties of tessellations, identify and examine symmetry in geometric figures,describe, and classify polygons, examine the role of mathematics in society and nature
02 November 2005 09:45
Mysteries of Apo Island
by knann
Some strange things are happening on Apo Island, in the Philippines. Investigate the clues and try to solve the mystery! Learn about shark biodiversity.
29 October 2005 12:15
Fraction Track
by knann
The first player starts by moving one or more blue markers along the tracks, either forward or backward, so that the positive and negative distances moved by all markers add to the amount shown in the fraction box.
27 October 2005 07:45
Click and Clone
by knann
Learn about herdity and cloning through this interactive lab simulation. Teacher resources and lesson plan available.
22 October 2005 13:15
Logic: Cannibals and Missionaries
by knann
Try this...not as easy as it looks! What's your strategy??
20 October 2005 08:15
A Maths Dictionary for Kids
by knann & 1 other (via)
An animated, interactive dictionary for students which explains 500 common mathematical terms in simple language.
10 October 2005 14:00
26 September 2005 09:15
Secrets at Sea
by knann
Ace on the Case: Secrets @ Sea is an online curriculum-based adventure story for grade 4-7 students covering topics in Ocean Science.
26 September 2005 08:15
Illuminations Selected Web Resources Gr 6-8
by knann
Quick click to high quality web resources standards-based for middle school math
26 September 2005 08:00
Cynthia Lanius' Lessons: All About Ratios
by knann
The "All About Ratios" activities are designed to introduce ratios in a concept-building way. The activities can be done on computers with Internet access or printed.
26 September 2005 07:30
MissionAlgebra Gr 6, 7 8
by knann
This set of standards-based classroom examples aims to capture exemplary practices in the use of technology in the teaching and learning of mathematics.
