3.3 Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
Lines and Angles
I.SectionObjectives
- Identify parallel lines, skew lines, and perpendicular lines
- Know the statement of and use the Parallel Line Postulate.
- Know the statement of and use the Perpendicular Line Postulate.
- Identify angles made by transversals.
II.Cross-curricular-Architecture
- Use this image from Wikipedia for a discussion on lines and angles.
- This is Figure 03.01.02
- http://www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English_Gothic_architecture
- Discuss the lines and angles in the picture.
- Show students how perpendicular angles are a major feature in the structure.
- This can be a fun lively discussion on how architecture and geometry come together.
- Write student points on the board.
III.TechnologyIntegration-ArtistToddHoover
- Use the following painting by Todd Hoover titled “Coming Together.”
- It can be found at this website. This is Figure 03.01.01.
- http://www.fineartamerica.com/featured/coming-together-todd-hoover.html
- Have the students discuss the different lines and angles in this painting.
- Then use this image as a springboard to have the students create their own painting.
- Simplicity is key.
- Allow time for the students to create their work.
- Display art in the classroom.
IV.NotesonAssessment
- Create a rubric for grading student art.
- Establish how many types of lines need to be in the painting.
- Be sure to include creativity when grading.
- How well did the students take Todd Hoover’s simplicity and make it their own?
- Provide feedback to students on their work.
Parallel Lines and Transversals
I.SectionObjectives
Chapter 3. Geometry TE - Enrichment