Right Direction
An inspiring resource for learning numeracy
Learn about measurement, algorithms and communication in this fun group challenge
Numeracy Focus: Understanding, estimating and using measurement
This challenge encourages families or students to consider the vital role of communication.
The challenge is to move a blindfolded person from one point to another using a clear set of instructions (algorithms).
Teams reflect on their communication efforts and consider which instructions were most useful and which ones require improvement.
To continue this task groups create a floorplan and write an algorithm for a robotic vacuum to clean the entire house or classroom.
Stage: Level 9 to 10
This resource supports:
Proficiency
- Problem solving
HITS
- Collaborative learning
Cross-curricular
- Visual Communication and Design
- Technologies: Digital Technologies
Audience
- Teachers
- Families
Teaching and Learning Cycle:
- Teach
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Reflective Prompt
What do you do to promote group activities that foster students to solve problems cooperatively?
Provide a concrete example.
Reflective Prompt
What do you do to promote group activities that foster students to solve problems cooperatively?
Provide a concrete example.
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to foster children and young people’s problem solving?
Proficiency Reflective Prompt
How would you use this resource in your context to foster children and young people’s problem solving?