Interactive

At the Crossroads

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Young scientists investigate methods of comparing standard and metric units with a technology-enhanced lesson that builds a connection between conversion ratios and the corresponding units. The simulation allows learners to manipulate the size of different units and watch the real-life results.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Use the Assign to Class feature of the website to assign the lesson to pupils and monitor their progress
  • Incorporate the introductory video to create motivation for the lessons
Classroom Considerations
  • Must create a free CK-12 account to access the lesson
Pros
  • Gives suggestions for additional interactive lessons on the same topic
  • Uses multiple representations to model the conversion
Cons
  • None
Common Core