Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ449203
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1992
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Mathematics in Weighting.
Francis, Richard L.
Mathematics Teacher, v85 n5 p388-90 May 1992
Presents the template method developed by Galileo for calculating areas of geometric shapes constructed of uniform density and thickness. The method compares the weight of a shape of known area to the weight of a shape of unknown area. Applies this hands-on method to problems involving calculus, Pythagorean's theorem, and cycloids. (MDH)
Descriptors: Area, Calculus, Discovery Learning, Enrichment Activities, Geometric Concepts, High Schools, Learning Activities, Learning Strategies, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Materials, Postsecondary Education, Teaching Methods, Weight (Mass)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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