December 2005
CountOn - The Rules of Sudoku
The rules of the game are simple: each of the nine blocks has to contain all the numbers 1-9 within its squares. Each number can only appear once in a row, column or box. Every puzzle has just one correct solution.
Absurd Math:Pre-Algebra from Another Dimension
(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.
A Creative Encounter of the Numerical Kind
(via)After researching place value and numeration systems, students create a base-4 numeration system for a primitive alien tribe.
Searching for Solutions WebQuest
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.
Problem Solving with Pentominos
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.
Math Through Culture:Culturally-Situated Design Tools
(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.
NCTM : Illuminations Lessons
Interactive Math tools for grades for K-12. Accompanied by lesson plans and NCTM standards
November 2005
Tessellate!
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
October 2005
Fraction Track
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.
Logic: Cannibals and Missionaries
Try this...not as easy as it looks! What's your strategy??
A Maths Dictionary for Kids
by 1 other (via)An animated, interactive dictionary for students which explains 500 common mathematical terms in simple language.
WisWeb Math Applets Gr 7-12
Applets designed for middle school and beyond.
September 2005
Illuminations Selected Web Resources Gr 6-8
Quick click to high quality web resources standards-based for middle school math
Cynthia Lanius' Lessons: All About Ratios
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.
MissionAlgebra Gr 6, 7 8
This set of standards-based classroom examples aims to capture exemplary practices in the use of technology in the teaching and learning of mathematics.
July 2005
Villainy, Inc. Middle School Math
(via)This site contains activities that explore statistics and probability, algebra, geometry, decimals, percents, negative numbers, and more. Students take on the role of a secret agent and use their math skills to thwart the corporate menace, Villainy, Inc!
Math TV Problem Solving Videos
Middle School problem solving videos. Click Rollem'em to choose from the different episodes. Could be used for individual, small group and whole class problem-solving activities. Demonstrates the reasoning needed to solve the problem.
Project Interactivate
The goals of Project Interactivate are the creation, collection, evaluation, and dissemination of interactive Java-based courseware for exploration in science and math.
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