Standards
MGSE8.G.6 Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.
MGSE8.G.7 Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in real-world and mathematical problems in two and three dimensions.
MGSE8.G.8 Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance between two points in a coordinate system.
EQ:
• What is the length of the side of a square of a certain area?
• What is the relationship among the lengths of the sides of a right triangle?
• How can the Pythagorean Theorem be used to solve problems?
• How can I use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of the hypotenuse or leg of a right triangle?
• What is Pythagorean Theorem and when does it apply?
(Scaffolding: Provide list of Perfect squares for estimating square roots of non-perfect squares, graphic organizer for finding hypotenuse vs. leg, Story problem organizer with steps)
Monday
Warm up
Introduce the Pythagorean Theorem
Partner Work
Prove the Pythagorean Theorem Activity
Graphic Organizer Find leg or Find hypotenuse
Introduction Videos - Rock on Pythagoras and Pythagoras in 2 Minutes
Students will work the problems on this tutorial with a partner.
https://www.brainingcamp.com/content/pythagorean-theorem/lesson.php
Group Summary with 3D Pythagorean Problem
Homework practice finding missing side. (leg or hypotenuse)
(Day 1 "Why do Adults Complain So Much" )
Tuesday
Mathia -Self paced tutorial
Pythagorean Theorem, Pythagorean Triples, Distance Problems
Wednesday
Apply Pythagorean Theorem to solve real life story problems.
Graphic organizer Story Boxes
Practice worksheet with a teacher choice partner
(Day 2 " How Would You Describe a Dead Skunk?"
Sites for Extra Practice Pythagorean Theorem real life word problems
1)
http://www.ixl.com/math/grade-8/pythagorean-theorem-word-problems
2)
http://www.regentsprep.org/regents/math/algebra/AT1/PracPyth.htm
3)
http://www.proprofs.com/quiz-school/story.php?title=Pythagorean-Theorem-Quiz-1-1
Thursday
Practice using Pythagorean Theorem to find distance.
Distance practice with this interactive site in class with a partner of choice
http://www.mathplayground.com/MathApprentice/GamePro.html
Homework: Treasure Hunt worksheet
Friday
Test Pythagorean Theorem
Games to use a review for test
Math Play
http://www.math-play.com/Pythagorean-Theorem-Game.html
Larry the Squirrel
http://www.kidsnumbers.com/pythagorean-theorem-game.php