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Teach Engineering: You've Got Triangles! ActivityTeach Engineering: You've Got Triangles! Activity
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Teach Engineering: You've Got Triangles!

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Students learn about trigonometry, geometry and measurements while participating in a hands-on interaction with LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT technology. First they review fundamental geometrical and trigonometric concepts. Then, they estimate the height of various objects by using simple trigonometry. Students measure the height of the objects using the LEGO robot kit, giving them an opportunity to see how sensors and technology can be used to measure things on a larger scale. Students discover that they can use this method to estimate the height of buildings, trees or other tall objects. Finally, students synthesize their knowledge by applying it to solve similar problems. By activity end, students have a better grasp of trigonometry and its everyday applications.

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civil engineering concepts, geometry, robotics curriculum, integrated teaching and learning program and laboratory, lego, mindstorms, nxt, teachengineering, problem solving, right angle, triangle, trigonometry, basic review of trigonometry, computer and software engineering projects: robotics curriculum
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Grade
6th - 8th
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Math
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Activities & Projects
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For Administrator Use
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