Virtual Visits with the New York Hall of Science

Our Virtual Visit Unit Mathematica: Beyond Numbers is a two connection program. The first connection is where the students are led around the museum floor and engaged in multiple activities dealing with Math outside of numbers and formulas. The post connection allows for students to present their projects dealing with creating a game show where probability is involved. Students can choose whatever style of presentation their group desires. I have seen presentations in the form of video podcasts, skits, and formal powerpoint presentations.

Recently the Woodhull Intermediate School in Huntington New York wrapped up their post connection projects presentations and wow, there were some really good game show ideas. Most of the students took the opportunity to perform a short skit of their game show which they all did a fantastic job. Ideas ranged from a futuristic American Gladiators show to a cross between Wheel of Fortune and Deal or No Deal. Overall, the students had a fun time doing their presentations and hearing what their peers had come up with.

“How are we going to use the quadratic formula in our everyday lives”. I am sure we have all heard a student say this before but, what if we can show them how relevant Math is in society. Is Math only defined by numbers? How is Math related to other subjects? What professions use Math on a daily basis? Find these answers and much more!

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