Activity

Popcorn Picker

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A video and popcorn, just like being at the movies! Given the dimensions of two different cylinders, scholars decide which will hold the most popcorn. They find out if their calculations are correct with the provided solution video.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask learners to quantify the amount of popcorn one cylinder can hold compared to the other
  • Incorporate as a performance task during a unit on volume of solids
Classroom Considerations
  • Individuals must be able to calculate the volume of a cylinder
  • This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
  • Provides all the important information using video and pictures
  • Requires students to use their higher order thinking skills
Cons
  • None
Common Core