Nicole+Wright

====**I am a Senior at Clemson University majoring in Mathematics Education. I am doing my student teaching at Palmetto High School and have greatly enjoyed my experience thus far. It has made me even more excited about teaching students math in the future and hope to get them just as excited as I am.**==== Click Here to go to my Triangle Unit Page!

**Mr. Duey- Fractions**
media type="custom" key="4310909" This video teaches students about improper fractions.

**Lesson Review:**
//Name//: __Volume of Solids__ @http://www.realworldmath.org/Real_World_Math/Volume_of_Solids.html //Category//: Concept Lesson //Grade Level//: 6-9 //Math Topic//: Algebra (Polyhedrons, Formula Work, Volume, Surface Area) Instructional Approach: This lesson requires students to use Google Earth to find specific 3-D buildings and measure them in order to find their volume and surface area. Students will be expected to have measurements listed and work to justify answers. //Evaluation//: //Strengths//:real world application, not a "typical" project/activity, requires students to engage in mathematical thinking //Weaknesses//: students may become easily distracted, students are expected to know formulas //Appropriate?:// yes as long as computers were available for students to use //Personal Modifications:// I would be sure to review all formulas and step through one example with students so they felt comfortable searching and knew what was expected of them.

Technology in Education Nicole's Unit Plan



=**Google Sketchup Problem**=

Below is a picture of the pool in my backyard. How much water do I need to completely fill the pool?
//Google Sketchup Reflection//: Google Sketchup has great value in a mathematics classroom. It is a great way for students to visually see math. It also makes mathematics more interesting for students. Typically, in the mathematics classroom, students are used to material being taught only through lectures and 2-D examples. Google Sketchup allows students to interact with mathematics and see how it's applied to the real world.