Activity

Motivation to Run

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Run headlong into a great resource. Young mathematicians explore the Nike+ app to see which measure of central tendency motivates runners the most. They use two screenshots of the app to help them make their determinations.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Team up with a physical education teacher for the activity
  • If available, show the Nike+ app to pupils
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners must be familiar with central tendency
  • This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
  • Incorporates a real-world situation to make the concept more relatable
Cons
  • No worksheet or handout
Common Core