All the Fun of the Fair: Mathematical Methods and Models There is nothing quite like the thrill of a ride at the fair. But what is it that creates the thrills – making people actually enjoy the experience of being thrown around? The tracks in this Collection look at the circular motion of 4 fairground rides, and focuses in on one.
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The Lure of the Labyrinth
Lure of the Labyrinth is a digital game for middle-school pre-algebra students. It includes a wealth of intriguing math-based puzzles wrapped into an exciting narrative game in which students work to find their lost pet - and save the world from monsters! Linked to both national and state mathematics standards, the game gives students a chance to actually think like mathematicians.
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Useful, but not virtual field trips:Interactives from Utah Education Network |