Similarity and Laser Beams
by Susin Hall
Students use what they know about similar triangles to create a problem. They will use laser pointers and a small mirror to create a problem requiring students to point the laser beam at the mirror to hit the center of a given target.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WLumhoH8c9eQNZeNvec_BwaVvcUT_p5P/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science Technology 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) Geometry (G) Ratio and Proportion (RP)
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