Monday, October 24, 2011

Chance for students to raise their grade before report cards!

Math Research assignment
This assignment is not mandatory. It will count as a test grade and is an opportunity for students to bring their grade up before the end of the grading period. Students score on this assignment will count as a test grade which weighs heavily in determining overall grades.
Your assignment is to research a historical figure that used math in their life. You should include answers to the following in your project…
-          Who is this person and what are they known for?  (give me a short biography)
-          In what way did this person use math in their life?
-          Give 3 specific examples of math equations, formulas, or math terms that this person discovered or used frequently in their daily work.
-          Did this person’s work have any impact on society?
You have 3 options for completing this assignment
-          Type a 2 page paper
-          Create a display or poster
-          Create a book with illustrations
Assignment is due FRIDAY OCTOBER 28th so that grades can be posted for this term
Remember to answer the above questions!  BE CREATIVE!!!