5/31 Finish Pythagorean Theorem project, Start Volume of Non-prisms

1.  Warm-up:  Find the volume of the following shapes

2.  Finish Pythagorean Theorem project

Create your own real-world problem involving the Pythagorean Theorem.  Think of how the Pythagorean Theorem can be used in one of your hobbies, interests, or career aspirations.

• Make a rough draft first!  Get your problem checked off by Mr. Robinett before making a final draft
• Final draft should be done on construction paper.  It is not required to be colored, but use a ruler and make it neat.
• Detailed solution should be included on the back-- not just the answer, but all steps as well!

3.  Calculate the Volume of Non-prisms
Video Tutorials:
Virtual Nerd: volume of a cone
Virtual nerd: volume of a pyramid
Virtual nerd: volume of a sphere.


Homework: Practice on Mangahigh!  Attempt both of the 3D geometry challenges Mr. R assigned you

5/27 Pythagorean Theorem Project

1.  Warm-up:  Solve one of the Pythagorean Theorem problems on your desk.  These problems were created by last year's accelerated class.  The answer can be found on the back.

2.  Pythagorean Theorem Project

Create your own real-world problem involving the Pythagorean Theorem.  Think of how the Pythagorean Theorem can be used in one of your hobbies, interests, or career aspirations.

• Make a rough draft first!  Get your problem checked off by Mr. Robinett before making a final draft
• Final draft should be done on construction paper.  It is not required to be colored, but use a ruler and make it neat.
• Detailed solution should be included on the back-- not just the answer, but all steps as well!

3.  Finished early?  Mangahigh!

Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

5/26 Lesson 9.2.5 Applications of Pythagorean Theorem

1.  Warm-up:

2.  Start brainstorming ideas for a class party (on Weds, 6/8)


3.  Lesson 9.2.5 Applications of the Pythagorean Theorem

• Objective:  I will solve real-world problems involving the Pythagorean Theorem
• Problems 123 through 127 using Red Light, Green Light

Homework:  Lesson 9.2.5 R/P

5/25 Lesson 9.2.4 Understanding Irrational Numbers

1.  Warm-up: Nikita wonders, “What can we say about the square root of a negative number?”  Discuss this question with your team.  For example, can you find ?  Write an explanation of your thinking.  Be ready to share your ideas with the class.

2.  Lesson 9.2.4 Understanding Irrational Numbers

• Objectives:  
• I will categorize numbers as either rational or irrational
• I will correctly place a group of real numbers on the number line
• Irrational Numbers a la Shmoop.
• Mini-lesson:  The Real Number System
• Problems 100 through 102 in teams
• Problems 107-109 in teams
• Solve Problem 110 using the Pythagorean Theorem

Homework:  Lesson 9.2.4 R/P #111-116

Want some college-level math?  Here's a proof from Khan Academy that there is at least one irrational number between every two rational numbers.

5/24 Lesson 9.2.3 Understanding Square Root

1.  Warm-up:

2.  Lesson 9.2.3 Understanding Square Root

• Objective:  I will ESTIMATE the square root of whole numbers without using a calculator.
• Vocabulary:  Write a student-friendly definition of each of the following words
• Perfect square
• Square root (radical)
• Problems 81 and 82 in teams <<STOPLIGHT>>
• Problem 83 as class discussion:  How to estimate the value of square roots
• Problem 84 in teams
• Computers for Problem 85: estimating using a graph
• Problem 86: Dojo Challenge problem (2 points for correct answer)

Homework:  Lesson 9.2.3 R/P #88-91