Project-Based Learning in Geometry

Eeva Reeder's geometry class at Mountlake Terrace High School engages students in a six-week project to design a futuristic high school. Students apply their geometry knowledge to real-world problems, working in teams to create site plans, models, and cost estimates. Architects mentor and judge the projects, providing valuable feedback. The project emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and the application of learned concepts, showcasing the benefits of project-based learning.

What was the main concern of the teacher regarding the solar panels?

• Their efficiency

• Their aesthetic impact

• Their cost

• Their installation time

What is the main goal of the geometry class project?

• To pass a written test

• To build a model

• To solve a real-world problem

• To memorize formulas

What is the year set for designing the state-of-the-art high school?

• 2100

• 2025

• 2050

• 2030

How many students are typically in each design team?

• Two

• Three to four

• Five to six

• Seven to eight

What are students required to submit at the end of the project?

• A video presentation

• A written test

• A site plan, scale model, floor plan, and cost estimate

• Only a scale model

What realization led Eeva Reeder to create this project?

• Students were not interested in geometry

• Students could not apply concepts outside of tests

• Students preferred group work

• Students needed more homework

What is a key lesson students learn from this project?

• Speed in completing tasks

• Individual work

• Memorization

• Teamwork and collaboration

Who plays a key role as mentors and judges in the project?

• Parents

• Local business owners

• Teachers

• Seattle architects

What effect does having an external audience have on student work?

• Decreases quality

• Makes students nervous

• Increases quality

• No effect

What is the most powerful assessment according to Eeva?

• Self-assessment

• Architects' evaluations

• Peer reviews

• Written tests