How Did I Move?
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- Aug 26 2010 10:00 PM
David Melton
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- Original Source:Illuminations
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In this Illuminations lesson, students are provided with a method for understanding that for y = mx + b, m is a rate of change and b is the value when x = 0. This kinesthetic activity allows students to form a physical interpretation of slope and y-intercept by running across a football field. Students will be able to verbalize the meaning of the equation to reinforce understanding and discover that slope (or rate of movement) is the same for all sets of points given a set of data with a linear relationship. Less
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Grade: 6 to 12
Topics: Mathematics, Algebra & Functions, Functions
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Teaching Method: Hands-on Learning; Cooperative Learning; Discussions