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DESIGNING ENVIRONMENTS: Real-World Mathematics Through Science.
ITEM #: IN-7059
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| DESIGNING ENVIRONMENTS: Real-World Mathematics Through Science. Johnson. Middle school students learn to use math as a tool to design facilities for a middle school outdoor education camp. Working in groups, they explore design options, learn how perimeter and area relationships can influence design decisions, discuss roofing options and use ratios to design roof pitch, and scale to build a model. Students learn the role of an architect as problem solver, deciding what kind of facility they wish and how to meet special needs. Describes the now famous Hole-in the Wall camp for children with life-threatening diseases envisioned and supported by Paul Newman. Includes assessment strategies and student worksheets that provide clear instructions for each activity. Each section is designed to align with national math and science standards. #IN-7059.
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