Introduction
This will be your first Webquest in Integrated Math I.
You will be looking at various websites to find the definitions of a variety of math vocabulary words.
Use only the links that are provided on your journey.
Task
You will be finding the definitions of some mathematical terms and then creating your own definition based on your research.
Process
Visit the following websites to gather the "official" definitions of these math words. Record your findings on the attached sheet making sure to properly cite your source using MLA format.
Quantity – http://www.mathsisfun.com/definitions/quantity.html
Terms - http://www.mathwords.com/t/term.htm
Factors - http://www.mathsisfun.com/definitions/factor.html
Coefficients - http://whatis.techtarget.com/definition/coefficient
Constants - http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/constant
Equation - http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/equation?s=t
Inequality - http://www.math.com/school/subject2/lessons/S2U3L4GL.html
Evaluation
|
Word |
“Official” definition |
Personal definition |
|
quantity |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points
|
Definition into own words 2points |
|
terms |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
|
factors |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
|
coefficients |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
|
constants |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
|
equation |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
|
inequality |
Found definition and quoted 2 points Proper citation 2 points |
Definition into own words 2points |
Credits
References
Peet, J. (n.d.). Definitions. Retrieved from https://4bya.wordpress.com/2011/11/25/definitions/
Webquest. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://classroommanagement3501.wordpress.com/2011/10/30/hello-world/
Teacher Page
This Webquest was created by Barbara B. Zingg M.Ed. to accompany Integrated Math I.
May 1, 2015