Introduction
Integers
Do you know what an integer is?A integer can be positive or negative.You can find integers in a lot of places.Here are some examples: speed, tempature, sea level, weight, golf, etc. Did you know there is also history to integers? Well there is!In this webquest you will need to answer some history questions and creating a poster.
Task
Here are some basic questions that I would like you to answer:
- In what century were integers finally accepted?
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Which cultures were the first to use negative integers and what contributions did they make?
- When was the word integer introduced?
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What does the word integer mean in Latin?
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What is the symbol for integers, where does it come from, and what does it mean?
*Note: You can also answer more questions if you want to get extra points.
Here are some links to help you out:
http://www.und.edu/instruct/lgeller/negnum.html or
https://www.google.com/?safe=active&ssui=on
( You will have to copy and paste the website)
After I would like you to create a (with all the info) poster and present it to your class or your friend.I would like you guys to include maps, pictures, and etc.
I hope hope you have fun!
Process
1. You need to answer the questions ( you can also answer more than the ones I put on there *remember it's optional*)
2. You then need to take all the information and make a poster,with pictures and maps,etc. *Make sure it is very creative for more points*
3. Make sure you have everything
4. Finally, Have Fun!!
Conclusion
Now you should know some stuff about the hisory of integers!
I hope you had fun with this webquest.
Credits
For answering these questions I used Google, Bing, and the website listed in task.This webquest was created by Jasmyn (please DO NOT take it as your own)
Thank You!!! :)
Teacher Page
My teacher is the one who taught me this.Her name is Mrs.Mayer.She is very nice and she helps alot.I learned everything in this webquest from her.