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This The Lowdown — The Math of Trash: Percents and Proportions instructional video also includes:
- Pie Chart Template
- Teacher Reference
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Don't toss the lesson in the trash. Scholars watch an informative, up-to-date video that discusses how percents and proportions help clarify data about trash, recycling, and climate change. They consider their own trash output and create a pie chart to display the information to complete the installment of The Lowdown: Real-World Math series.
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a science teacher for the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should have experience with percents and pie charts
- Activity requires colored pencils or markers
Pros
- Lists some discussion prompts to use with the class
- Provides a pie chart template
Cons
- None