Instructional Video

Surface Area of Prisms and Cylinders

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Cover the concept of surface area from all sides. Scholars first watch a video that explains the basic terminology associated with three-dimensional figures, such as prisms, lateral edges, bases, and faces. They then learn how to calculate the lateral and surface areas of prisms and cylinders.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners create a poster showing the formulas for surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures from the unit
Classroom Considerations
  • The first of six lessons in the Geometry - Surface Area and Volume unit
  • Pupils need to know how to find the area of regular polygons and how to apply the Pythagorean Theorem
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes a printable practice packet
  • Provides a separate answer key for instructors
Cons
  • None