Scientific notation, proportion, problem solving, simplification of units and more are reinforced and related to topical subjects in science. End points are held by students to form a three-dimensional coordinate system. Hold objects within the three axes as students estimate coordinates. Have students sketch a schematic of an air traffic controller's designation of airplane locations in the air with three directed numbers.
Students identify axes and planes and related planes parallel to sets of axes.
Incorporated into these presentations are the use of manipulatives, the calculator, and computer. Development of student skills in visualization with manipulatives has many benefits in connecting math with the sciences. The calculator and computer make possible not only rapid solutions to problems but give new insights and discoveries to individual students. Overall Value Students enjoy success with interaction between subjects of learning. Knowledge from each of these disciplines is also reinforced.