Activity

Pixel Pattern

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Any vintage video game users in the room? Young scholars use a video presentation to analyze patterns in pixel arrangements. By writing an arithmetic sequence, they make predictions about the size of the image.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Give pupils manipulatives to recreate the pattern
  • Incorporate during a sequence and series unit
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires previous experience with area and linear dimensions
  • This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
  • Challenges learners to use higher order thinking skills
  • Provides an answer document
Cons
  • None
Common Core