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Didn’t We Already Learn That Pattern? Functions/Arithmetic Sequences Lesson PlanDidn’t We Already Learn That Pattern? Functions/Arithmetic Sequences Lesson Plan
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9th
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Didn’t We Already Learn That Pattern? Functions/Arithmetic Sequences

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Just how many toothpicks does the pattern take? After watching a video of someone building a pattern with toothpicks, groups create methods to find the number of toothpicks needed to accomplish that task. Groups either use explicit expressions or recursive formulas to write their rules and compare them to other groups.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

linear functions, linear equations, linear equations writing, arithmetic sequences, arithmetic series

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Have the class create a graph of the number of toothpicks needed for each level

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes class members are familiar with linear equations
  • Requires a box of toothpicks for each group

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  • Contains links to directions for instructional strategies
  • Includes sample patterns

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Common Core

HSF-IF.A.3 HSF-BF.A.1.a HSF-BF.A.2 MP1 MP2

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