Module 3

Module 3: Linear Measure

 

Lesson 1 Summary

 

The Inuit erected stone figures on the arctic landscape. These stone figures, or inukshuks, were created for many reasons—to point the way for travellers, to indicate a good hunting or fishing area, to mark a place of respect, or to be a memorial. This tradition was common to all peoples of the circumpolar region.

 

Look at the height of the children standing on the base of the inukshuk in the photograph. From this photograph what would you estimate the height of the inukshuk to be?

 

In this lesson you explored these questions:

• What can you use to estimate length and distance for common imperial and SI units?
• How can you improve your estimates of linear measures?
• How can you estimate the dimensions of two-dimensional and three-dimensional objects?
• How can you determine the perimeter of two-dimensional and three-dimensional objects?

Check your level of understanding of the materials covered in this lesson by completing “Lesson 1 Traffic Lights.” If you select an amber or red traffic light in the multimedia piece, you will receive information about additional work you can complete to improve your understanding of the topics. Complete the suggested work before you proceed to the Lesson 1 Assignment. If you experience difficulty, contact your teacher before starting the Lesson 1 Assignment.

 

Assignment

 

Retrieve the Lesson 1 Assignment Booklet you saved in your course folder at the start of this lesson. Complete the Assignment. Resave your Assignment Booklet in your course folder and submit a copy to your teacher for assessment.

 

Unit 2 Project

 

Before you move on to Lesson 2, you should start thinking about how you can apply the skills you mastered in Lesson 1 to the Unit 2 Project.

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