|Lesson Plan ID:
A Piece of Pi
This lesson uses graphing to help students understand that pi is a constant and is the slope of the line graphed on a circumference vs. diameter graph.
This lesson plan was created as a result of the Girls Engaged in Math and Science University, GEMS-U Project.
|MA2013(9-12) Algebra||22. Understand that the graph of an equation in two variables is the set of all its solutions plotted in the coordinate plane, often forming a curve (which could be a line). [A-REI10] |
|MA2013(9-12) Algebra||45. Represent data on two quantitative variables on a scatter plot, and describe how the variables are related. [S-ID6] |
1. Understand patterns, relations, and functions
• analyze functions of one variable by investigating rates of change, intercepts, zeros, asymptotes, and local and global behavior;
• interpret representations of functions of two variables
2. Represent and analyze mathematical situations and structures using algebraic symbols
• use symbolic algebra to represent and explain mathematical relationships
3. Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships
• identify essential quantitative relationships in a situation and determine the class or classes of functions that might model the relationships
|Primary Learning Objective(s):
The students will graph data points on a graph and draw the "best fit line". The students will calculate the slope of the line.
|Additional Learning Objective(s):
The students will develop the concept that the slope of the line graphed will be pi.
|Approximate Duration of the Lesson:
|| 31 to 60 Minutes|
|Materials and Equipment:
Graph paper, pencils, various round objects, measuring tape, paper
|Technology Resources Needed:
document camera could be used for presentation
LCD projector could be used for presentation of graph paper
Teacher will need to gather materials together and have plenty available for measurements along with other materials.
Students will need graphing skills and knowledge of best-fit line and slope.
1. Students should be placed into cooperative groups.
2. Each group should be supplied with several round objects to measure and a measuring tape.
3. The students should perform the measurements and record each (worksheet Graphing CvsD Activity)
4. Graph the data collected on a circumference vs diameter graph.
5. Draw a line of best fit.
6. Use the line of best fit and calculate the slope.
7. Draw conclusions based on the value obtained for the slope. Write an equation for the line.
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The worksheet can be graded for accuracy and use the rubric c vs d attached for group participation and graph.
Students can graph circumference vs radius to determine changes in the graph. Graph paper would be needed.
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for students with identified learning and/or behavior problems such as: reading
or math performance below grade level; test or classroom assignments/quizzes at
a failing level; failure to complete assignments independently; difficulty with
short-term memory, abstract concepts, staying on task, or following directions;
poor peer interaction or temper tantrums, and other learning or behavior problems.
|Presentation of Material
||Using Groups and Peers
|Assisting the Reluctant Starter
||Dealing with Inappropriate
Be sure to check the student's IEP for specific accommodations.
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