The students will create a MySpace account for their favorite aspect of math. This is not limited to people. This can be a famous scientist or mathematician, or could be something much more abstract. For example, a student could create a MySpace account for the letter pi. This is where a student has to get creative. They will have to examine every aspect of the individual or concept in order to create the account. the will need to write an about me, details, who I'd like to meet, and come up with a picture. Refer to the rubric to see how the points will be divided. This project is worth 50 points. Students will need to research the topic and create the final page by April 14, 2008.
Standard this project satisfies:
Since this is an open ended project, it will satisfies a variety of mathematical standards. It gives the student the ability to explore the vast realm of mathematics.
MySpace Project
Due Date: April 14, 2008
The students will create a MySpace account for their favorite aspect of math. This is not limited to people. This can be a famous scientist or mathematician, or could be something much more abstract. For example, a student could create a MySpace account for the letter pi. This is where a student has to get creative. They will have to examine every aspect of the individual or concept in order to create the account. the will need to write an about me, details, who I'd like to meet, and come up with a picture. Refer to the rubric to see how the points will be divided. This project is worth 50 points. Students will need to research the topic and create the final page by April 14, 2008.
Standard this project satisfies:
Since this is an open ended project, it will satisfies a variety of mathematical standards. It gives the student the ability to explore the vast realm of mathematics.
Rubric
Example
The myspace account I created is named pi 3.14http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=367946312