Purpose: Experiment with isometric transformations (reflection, translation, and rotation).
Activity: Fill the TETRIS board with at least five of each shape using isometric transformations. Description: Students completed this after taking a test. They enjoyed the break from "math." But what they didn't know was that this was the type of geometry we would be learning in the next unit. I was able to assess how much we already understood and the students developed an interest for transformations. This was also our first experience playing "Beat the Teacher." I also completed a TETRIS board and the goal of the students was to have less empty spaces than I did. Examples shown below.
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Purpose: Demonstrate a knowledge of basic geometric vocabulary and use it in a creative manner.
Activity: Create a cohesive piece of art that contains the following geometric figures: point, segment, circle, triangle, trapezoid, and rectangle. Description: Students were tasked with this assignment on the very first day of class. Many of them already knew the basic geometric figures that were required. Others used their resources (phones, computers, textbooks, etc) to learn about the figures. Then each student created their own piece of artwork that allowed me to get to know them a little better. It was a great activity that allowed us to jump into the material as I learned names and built relationships. Examples are shown below. |
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This is the work of extremely talented high school students. All names have been redacted to ensure privacy but if photos are used credit should be given to Ms. D's Geometry class. Thank you. Archives
January 2018
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