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From Another Dimension: Intro To Dimensional Analysis Lesson PlanFrom Another Dimension: Intro To Dimensional Analysis Lesson Plan
Publisher
K20 LEARN
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6th
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Math
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Duration
2 hrs
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Year
2022
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From Another Dimension: Intro To Dimensional Analysis

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Hold measurements to a different metric. Class members convert the measurements of a dog's tumor to explain the size to its owner. Using cards, learners match metric measurements with their English equivalents. They then read articles to understand the importance of unit conversions.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

unit conversion, unit conversions, centimeter, centimeters, inches, dimensional analysis

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Increase the rigor by including more complex conversions

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes the class is familiar with proportional reasoning
  • May be more appropriate for middle school

Pros

  • Provides information about the different instructional strategies used
  • Includes Word versions of handouts for easy editing

Cons

  • None

Common Core

6.RP.A.3.d MP2 MP6

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