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Torbury Festival

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Have you been to Torbury Fair? In the set of four lessons, learners solve a myriad of problems related to a music festival, including situations involving floods, market stalls, cows, and emergency plans. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Invite an event planner or DJ to discuss the mathematics they use at their job
Classroom Considerations
  • Knowledge of a variety of math concepts is necessary, including quadratic functions and compass constructions
  • Lessons are written for UK classrooms, so geographical references and monetary systems may be unfamiliar to US students

 

Pros
  • Professional-looking diagrams aid learning and hold interest
  • Includes optional extension activities to supplement the main activity
Cons
  • None