Lesson Plan

Surface Area

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Explore finding the surface area of composite figures. Building on the previous lessons in the 29-part series, the 24th installment examines the surface area of three-dimensional solids. The focus is on decomposing composite figures and accounting for missing sections.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Show geometric solid models while finding a surface area to see all faces
  • Use a table or similar graphic organizer to keep track of the work for each problem
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects learners to find areas of rectangles and triangles fluently
Pros
  • Includes a detailed teaching guide to aid in planning
  • Provides a worked-out solution guide for each part of the lesson, complete with explanations
Cons
  • None
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