As part of a study of geometric patterns, scholars complete an assessment task determining the number of tiles needed to cover a tabletop. They then evaluate provided sample responses to see different ways to solve the same problems.

Concepts

patterns, geometric patterns, functions, math modeling, sequences

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Team up with a technology teacher for the lesson
• Use the resource to introduce sequences as functions

Classroom Considerations

• Learners need to have experience modeling patterns with quadratic expressions

Pros

• Provided materials include grid paper so pupils can draw the tiles
• Lesson gives a suggested pacing guide to complete all sections in an appropriate amount of time

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSF-BF.A.1.a HSF-BF.A.1.b HSF-BF.A.1.c HSF-BF.A.2 MP1 MP2 MP3 MP4 MP5 MP6 MP7 MP8