Lesson Plan

Running Around a Track I

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The accuracy required by the design and measurement of an Olympic running track will surprise track stars and couch potatoes alike. Given a short introduction, the class then scaffolds into a detailed analysis of the exact nature of the distance around the track. A novel exercise to really stretch those modeling muscles, particularly perfect for use in those Olympic years.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class measure a local track and then perform similar analysis of its dimensions and lanes
  • Link with a history or current events unit on the Olympic Games
  • Suggested extension has learners evaluating the similarity of the shapes created by the different lanes
Classroom Considerations
  • Class directions state that the image drawn is to scale, requiring care when scaling and copying activity
Pros
  • Simple and recognizable setup leads to sophisticated analysis
  • Careful treatment of assumptions and errors in calculation
  • Directions keep learners on the right track for analysis
Cons
  • Teaching notes and answer key are not clearly delineated from the student worksheet