Instructional Video

Beating Usain Bolt

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Beating Usain requires a head start. With a race against Usain Bolt as a background, the resource introduces a system of linear equations. A quick activity uses tables to determine whether a head start is enough for the presenter to win a race against Usain Bolt. The video challenges individuals to determine how much of a head start the presenter needs to come out victorious.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Instead of plotting the line, plot the individual points determined in the table
  • Lead a discussion on the types of problems that require a system to solve
Classroom Considerations
  • Pupils should understand graphs of lines and slope
  • Part of the Math at the Core: Ratios series
Pros
  • Provides a visual to see the differences in distance
  • Contains learning outcomes
Cons
  • None