Maths - Perimeters  How to use: Groups
of students were separated into roles:
Each group measured four sides of the covered area/oval at school, then added up the total of sides to determine the perimeter of the covered area.
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Purpose: Students will gain an understanding of
Critical Reflection: Groups
worked well and enjoyed their roles. Problem solving was high as often groups counted different amounts down each side of the covered area/oval so the 'experiment' was undertaken again to check. Students had lengthy discussions about the accuracy of the measuring stick used and when 'clicks' should be counted. Time was a slight factor here - in all the activity took around 30 minutes but could easily have taken longer. Some students needed to be brought back on task as being 'outside' proved a distraction but most were on task throughout.
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