Unlocking the Use of Coding to Understand Geometric Concepts
Abstract
In this paper, the authors detail a fifth and a sixth grade geometry-based lesson involving Python coding. Both problem-based tasks involve the use of graphing various two-dimensional figures in the first quadrant with justification of shapes drawn. Helpful coding tips, sample prompts with example work, as well as teacher modifications, are included.
Keywords: geometry, problem-solving, middle school, coding, computer science
How to Cite:
Wheeler, A., Barrera, H. & Cooley, S., (2024) “Unlocking the Use of Coding to Understand Geometric Concepts”, Ohio Journal of School Mathematics 97(1), 43--50. doi: https://doi.org/10.18061/ojsm.4169
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Ann Wheeler, Hannah Barrera, Sarah Cooley
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