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The Luge & Linear Algebra, Kelly Remijan Jan 2022

The Luge & Linear Algebra, Kelly Remijan

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What’S The Buzz?, Christine L. Moskalik Apr 2021

“Bungee Jumping With Ken And Linear Equations”, Kelly W. Remijan Jan 2021

“Bungee Jumping With Ken And Linear Equations”, Kelly W. Remijan

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Starburst Math And Connections To Pixels, Kelly W. Remijan Jan 2021

Starburst Math And Connections To Pixels, Kelly W. Remijan

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Binary Math Basics, Kelly Remijan Jan 2021

Binary Math Basics, Kelly Remijan

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This resource helps to explain what the binary number system (base 2) is, how it compares to the decimal system (base 10), how to convert a base 10 number to base 2, and how to translate a message from binary code to words.


Pbl Rock And Roll: Tectonics In Illinois, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy Jan 2016

Pbl Rock And Roll: Tectonics In Illinois, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

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This sample Problem Based Learning (PBL) unit focuses on creating earthquake friendly buildings and homes in response to the history of seismic activity in Illinois. Students explore concepts of engineering and tectonics. This unit is designed for educators who are learning to implement PBL into their classroom instruction.


Pbl Take To The Air: Airline Development, Pbl Network Jan 2014

Pbl Take To The Air: Airline Development, Pbl Network

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In this sample Problem Based Learning (PBL) unit, students are faced with the problem of a new airline being developed in the Chicago area. Students investigate the economic and community impact along with marketing and aircraft considerations. This sample unit is intended for educators learning to use PBL methods in their classroom.


Pbl Forensics: Crime Scene Investigations, Elizabeth Martinez, Dora Phillips, Brian Grublesky, Lindsey Herlehy Jan 2014

Pbl Forensics: Crime Scene Investigations, Elizabeth Martinez, Dora Phillips, Brian Grublesky, Lindsey Herlehy

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In this sample Problem Based Learning (PBL) unit, middle school students investigate a hypothetical crime scene. Students focus on gathering data, interpreting results and drawing conclusions. This unit is designed as a sample problem for educators learning the PBL process.


Pbl Every Drop Counts: Improving The Health Of The Lake Michigan, Lindsey Herlehy, Nicole Ross Jan 2014

Pbl Every Drop Counts: Improving The Health Of The Lake Michigan, Lindsey Herlehy, Nicole Ross

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"Every Drop Counts" is a sample Problem Based Learning (PBL) lesson focused on improving the health of Lake Michigan waters and shoreline. This sample problem focuses on habitats, pollution, and properties of water.


Pbl Waste Not Want Not: Using Agricultural Plant Waste, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy Jan 2013

Pbl Waste Not Want Not: Using Agricultural Plant Waste, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy

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This sample Problem Based Learning (PBL) lesson focuses on the best use for agricultural waste, using an apple orchard as the hypothetical problem. The unit is designed as a sample curriculum for educators learning the PBL process.