X-Men: Math Mutants
X-Men: Math MutantsFeared and hated by humans because theyre
different, the X-Men are heroic mutants, individuals born with
special powers whove sworn to use their gifts to protect mutants as
well as humans. In this lesson, students at Xaviers School for the
Gifted will learn to use their powers responsibly and teach others
to do the same, using the knowledge they have acquired.Day 1: The
Power of X
When an individual acquires great power, the use or misuse of
that power is everything. Will it be for the greater good, or will
it be used for personal or for destructive ends? This is a question
we all must ask ourselves. ~Professor Charles Xavier
Concepts / Activities:Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using
The Elimination MethodGeometry: Complementary / Supplementary
AnglesInequalities
Day 2: X Men United
Have you tried not being a mutant? Bobby Drakes MomConcepts /
Activities:Multiplying Polynomials: Distributive and FOIL
MethodFocal Length (Graphing)
Day 3: X Games
Sometimes the mind needs to figure things out for itself.
~Professor Charles Xavier
Concepts / Activities:Powers / Power of a
PowerExponentsActivity: Watts my Power? (Adapted from a lab by
Professor Don Franklin)