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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ1284669
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Feb
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
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Roller Coasters and Quadratic Equations
Ferguson, Sarah; Johnston, Thomas; Karhan, Christopher; Lefevbre, Eric
Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12, v114 n2 p110-116 Feb 2021
Students explore the relationship between thrill-seeking rides and their algebra 1 curriculum in an informative, engaging, student-centered lesson that was designed using a project-based-instruction (PBI) framework.
Descriptors: Algebra, Mathematics Instruction, Student Centered Learning, Student Projects, Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Grade 7, Middle School Students, Lesson Plans, Physics, Design, Equipment, Learning Motivation
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. 1906 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191. Tel: 800-235-7566; Tel: 703-620-9840; Fax: 703-476-2570; e-mail: nctm@nctm.org; Web site: https://pubs.nctm.org/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 7; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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