Plan
| Week 1 |
Day 1
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Day 2
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Day 3
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Day 4
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Project Launch: Interactive Graphing Session - Introduce students to digital graphing tools to experiment with plotting linear inequalities. Students visualize and manipulate these graphs to understand landscape boundaries and regions. (70 min)
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Exploring Community Needs - Conduct a brainstorming session where students identify community needs and regulations for the landscape project. Students collaborate in small groups to discuss the impact of these needs on their design choices. (30 min)
Introduction to Linear Inequalities - Students learn about linear inequalities and their graphical representation as regions on a plane. Using graphing software, they practice plotting simple inequalities to see how they define areas. (40 min)
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Hands-On Graphing: Designing Boundaries - Students work with graphing software to create linear inequalities that model landscape boundaries based on community needs identified in Day 2. This activity reinforces the concept of inequalities defining regions. (40 min)
Peer Collaboration: Feedback Session - Students share their initial boundary designs with peers, receiving constructive feedback on mathematical accuracy and design considerations. Discuss collaboration and communication skills. (30 min)
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Advanced Graphing Techniques - Introduce students to systems of linear inequalities, demonstrating how multiple inequalities can interact to define complex regions. Students practice creating systems to model landscape boundaries. (40 min)
Start Digital Portfolio - Students begin creating their digital portfolio, including interactive graphs and initial design sketches. They write brief explanations of how linear inequalities are applied in their designs. (30 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. An initial draft of the digital portfolio with interactive graphs and preliminary design sketches.
2. A set of manipulated linear inequalities that define landscape boundaries, adjusted based on peer feedback. 3. Notes and insights from the workshop with Manzers Landscape Company to inform future design decisions. |
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| Preparation |
1. Secure digital graphing tools and ensure all students have access to necessary technology.
2. Coordinate with Manzers Landscape Company to schedule representatives for the workshop on Day 3. 3. Prepare graphing software and instructional materials for Day 2's hands-on activity. 4. Set up guidelines and templates for digital portfolios, providing examples to students. |
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| Week 2 |
Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 7
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Day 8
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Refining Design: Advanced Systems of Inequalities - Students refine their landscape designs by incorporating advanced systems of inequalities. They focus on ensuring all community needs and regulations are met. (40 min)
Peer Review Preparation - Students prepare for an upcoming peer review by organizing their thoughts and ensuring their designs are ready for presentation. They practice explaining their mathematical models. (30 min)
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Peer Review Session - Students present their landscape designs to classmates, receiving constructive feedback on mathematical accuracy and design elements. Reflection on collaboration and communication is encouraged. (70 min)
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Digital Portfolio Enhancement - Students enhance their digital portfolios by integrating feedback from the peer review. They refine interactive graphs, update design sketches, and write detailed explanations of their work. (40 min)
Compliance Check: Meeting Regulations - Students check their designs against local regulations, ensuring compliance. They adjust their models as necessary to meet all requirements. (30 min)
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Final Design Touches - Students make final adjustments to their landscape designs, ensuring all elements are polished and ready for presentation. (30 min)
Community Showcase Preparation - Students prepare for the community showcase event, practicing how they will present their designs to representatives from Manzers Landscape Company and other community members. (40 min)
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| Deliverables |
1. Finalized digital portfolios that include interactive graphs, design sketches, and written explanations.
2. Completed landscape design sketches adjusted for feedback and regulatory compliance. 3. Prepared presentations for the 'Landscape Design Expo,' including visual aids or physical models. 4. Active participation in the 'Landscape Design Expo,' engaging with community members and receiving feedback. |
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| Preparation |
1. Ensure access to digital graphing tools and software for portfolio creation.
2. Provide materials for students to create physical models or visual aids for their expo booths. 3. Coordinate with Manzers Landscape Company to confirm representatives' participation in the expo. 4. Set up space for the 'Landscape Design Expo,' including tables, projectors, and any necessary technology. 5. Prepare rubrics or guidelines for students to follow while creating their digital portfolios and presentations. |
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