Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.
Body Ratios
Objective: To provide students with personal experience involving similarity.
Pose the question, “Are all of the students in this class ‘similar’?” With a partner, measure the following body parts and put the measurement into ratio form:
Height-waist to floor
Arm Length-finger tip to elbow
Head Length-top of ear to chin
