However, I have learned that I can incorporate the extension lessons that I do not have time to include prior to testing. So, we learn about M.C. Escher and students create their own tessellations, using their knowledge related to transformations (they also are required to write a paragraph using correct mathematical terms to describe their tessellation); we learn about Vitruvius and Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man, then explore the ratio of arm span to height and the Golden Ratio. We also explore the Fibonnacci Sequence and other patterns; and we “play” with the graphing calculators and CBRs. (They think it's “cool” that I have found some “neat” videos on YouTube about these topics.)
Did I mention that I thoroughly ENJOY teaching 7th grade Math? :-)
No, but it is kind of obvious :)
No, but it is kind of obvious :)