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This Surface Area of Prisms and Cylinders instructional video also includes:
Cover the concept of surface area from all sides. Scholars first watch a video that explains the basic terminology associated with three-dimensional figures, such as prisms, lateral edges, bases, and faces. They then learn how to calculate the lateral and surface areas of prisms and cylinders.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners create a poster showing the formulas for surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures from the unit
Classroom Considerations
- The first of six lessons in the Geometry - Surface Area and Volume unit
- Pupils need to know how to find the area of regular polygons and how to apply the Pythagorean Theorem
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes a printable practice packet
- Provides a separate answer key for instructors
Cons
- None