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Humenberger, Hans – Australian Mathematics Education Journal, 2022
Two examples of mathematical modelling are explored. Firstly, optimising the distance travelled when jumping from a swing is discussed. The second concerns optimising the distance travelled by monkeys when swinging from branch to branch.
Descriptors: Mathematical Models, Geographic Location, Geometric Concepts, Mathematics Instruction
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Colona, Nicolette; Kara, Melike; Corum, Kimberly – Australian Mathematics Education Journal, 2022
The Modelling Dance task is a mathematical modelling task that explores the relationship between mathematics and dance. The authors share the task sequence, adaptations made to support virtual implementation, and evidence of student learning related to learning goals.
Descriptors: Mathematical Models, Dance, Mathematical Applications, Geometric Concepts