NORWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Technology-Enhanced Learning Activity Summary

 
Name: Karen Haynes School: Norwell Middle School
Learning Activity Title: Congruency and Similarity
Grade Level(s): 8 Subject Area: Math
Description of Activity: What is the learning experience? What will teachers and students do during the course of the activity? Through what performances or products will students demonstrate what they know and are able to do?

Students are studying congruency and similarity as part of their Impact Mathematics program. Students will use Trackstar, www.trackstar.com to go to two different websites. They will complete activities related to congruency and similarity. Students will demonstrate what they are able to do by completing an online quiz and an online activity.

Technology Standards Addressed: This learning activity will allow students to develop proficiency in the following Norwell Public Schools technology standards:

  6.0 Web and Online Research Skills

Skills and Concepts (see Scope and Sequence)

 

Curriculum Standards: Which curriculum frameworks, strands, and learning standards does the activity address?

8.G.2  Classify figures in terms of congruence and similarity, and apply these relationships to the solution of problems.

Materials & Equipment: What specific software, hardware, websites, handouts, and other printed materials are involved in this activity?  Attachments included

http://trackstar.4teachers.org/trackstar/index.jsp

 

Teacher Tips and Notes: What strategies are recommended regarding logistics, preparation, classroom management, or other implementation concerns?

The Track needs to be set up prior to completing the lesson.

 

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