GSCE Maths: Proofs of Pythagoras' therom lesson

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Last updated 27 March 2013, created 05 June 2011, viewed 3,756

Although presented as a demonstration, the key point of the geometric exercise is that pupils construct their own copy with paper, pencil and a pair of scissors. They should also be invited to discuss and construct the algebraic proof, preferably in pairs or small groups. A 'click and watch& More…#39; approach will not enable pupils to gain a deep understanding of either proof.

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Algebraic Proof.xls (488kb, Excel document)
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Geometric Proof.xls (260kb, Excel document)

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Think the geometric proof will be great for my lower set Y10s! from suzyness, 05 January 2013	(report comment)	4 out of 5
thanks a a lot... from nassly, 31 October 2011	(report comment)	4 out of 5
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