Year 8 Mixed.

21/07/2014
Measurement Mathematics.
& Geometry
1. PREPERATION.
a. Students: Mixed ability class, year 8.
b. Purpose of the Lesson: Allow students to construct the relationship between
circumference and diameter by looking at circles of a variety of sizes. Engage hands-on
learners with outdoor activities.
c. Learning Outcomes: Define the number by investigation. Use pi to find circumference
and diameter of circles where only some information is known.
d. Teaching Strategy Focus: Get students to engage with the concepts in a hands-on
environment. Allow students to work in groups to solve problems.
e. Resources: Trundle wheel, measuring tape.
f. Assessment: Questioning, activity worksheet.
2. PRESENTATION
Introduction:
~10 mins Discussion of the pros and cons of measuring, and why we may need
different methods in the real world.
Explain expectations for the lesson, including safety considerations,
reiterate that working outside is a privilege and that we can do the same
content in class if students distract other classes.
Go over how the activity will work once we get to the quad.
Body:
~45 mins For each of the circles draw on the ground students use both
approximate (e.g. arm spans), and precise (using trundle wheel)
measurements and attempt to estimate measurements in different
circles using what they found on the previous circle.
Once students have used the pre drawn circles, they will stand in one big
circle, and measure the diameter. We can then have a discussion of how
far around the circle will be and why. Measure the circumference and
compare to the estimate.
Return to the classroom and have a discussion of our findings.
Introduce the concept of pi and irrationality, then complete formal notes
to tie together the concepts from the lesson.
Closure:
~10 mins
Cover key concepts from the lesson and reiterate the relationship
between circumference and diameter.
Pack up classroom, return all equipment.
3. Lesson Reflection
Context:

Reflection: