How Tall am I?

Students will determine the height of tall objects using three different methods of calculations. They will work in groups to gather their data and do their calculations. A whole-class discussion is conducted at the end to compare results and discuss some of the possible errors.
Resource ID#: 43167 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Graphing Calculators, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Adobe Flash Player, Scientific Calculator
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: sine, cosine, tangent, trigonometric ratios, angle of elevation, clinometer,
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Student Center Activity
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Geometry

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