8th Grade Math Choice Board
Each task is worth a daily grade. All task grades will be averaged for a major grade at the end.
Write a poem about Create a storyboard/cartoon of a
Generate a graphing calculator the Pythagorean math misconception (Ex. When you
tutorial to run a linear regression Theorem (minimum multiply two numbers the product is
from a list. half-page) always larger than the two factors,
etc.)
Create a multimedia presentation
(PowerPoint/Google Slides) about Create a brochure of your favorite
Write a math rap for classifying real
solving one-variable equations with math topic from your Grade 8
numbers.
the variable on both sides of the Course Organizer.
equal sign. (minimum of 6 slides)
Write a letter to incoming 8th grade
students about at least two math Generate a poster (digital or paper)
Create a worksheet for your
topics you have learned about this about financial literacy (Ex: simple
classmates with answer key
year. (minimum 1 page and must and compound interest, cost of 4
(minimum of 5 word
include examples) year vs 2 year college, etc.)
problems)
Create a visual representation Write a letter to your parents
Create a game about linear
comparing and contrasting surface about simple and compound
equations, slope, and y-intercept.
area and volume interest. (minimum 1 page)
Hays CISD Grade 8
8th Grade Math Project Rubric
1. You must complete a total of 10 choices by May 5th.
2. You may design a choice of your own, but it must be described completely below
AND approved by your facilitator BEFORE starting.
3. All content must be accurate, neat, readable (typed when available), and must include
examples of mathematical ideas and concepts.
4. Choices will be graded based on presentation, content, accuracy, and depth of
information included.
5. Daily grades will be given for each choice completed.
6. A major grade will be given at the end of the project and will be calculated by
averaging all of the daily grades earned.
Your Choice 1: Facilitator Signature:______________________________________________
Description of project:_________________________________________________________
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How will you present your project:_______________________________________________
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Your Choice 2: Facilitator Signature:______________________________________________
Description of project:_________________________________________________________
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How will you present your project:_______________________________________________
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