Navigating Through Measurement in Grades 9-12 (Navigations) - Softcover

Albrecht, Masha R.; Burke, Maurice J.; Jr, Wade Ellis; Kennedy, Dan; Maletsky, Evan M.

 
9780873535465: Navigating Through Measurement in Grades 9-12 (Navigations)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0873535464 ISBN 13: 9780873535465
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Throughout history, the need for more sophisticated measurements has led to the discovery of more sophisticated mathematics. This book highlights this important idea in activities that help students explore an array of measurement strategies and techniques. Investigations probe ancient methods for performing such tasks as measuring the speed of ships at sea and estimating the distance of the sun from the earth. Students apply simple formulas to measure complex shapes, explore iterative processes that lead to measurement formulas and develop an original formula for measuring the size of a tree. They also discover how to use advanced technology to make measurements and mathematical models of complex real-world phenomena. The supplemental CD-ROM features interactive electronic activities, master copies of activity pages for students and additional readings for teachers.

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Publisher
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics,U.S.
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0873535464
ISBN 13 
9780873535465
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
174