The project carried out by: the pupils of the class 2g (10)
Objectives:
1. Demonstrating connections between the mathematics and real-world situations,
2. Revising and systemising of the course of the 10th class,
3. Fostering the pupils motivation to learn and mathematical imagination,
4. Applying of information and communication technologies in preparation and presentation of the project.
Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Quadratic function (analysis of arches)
3. Solutions of triangles (relationship of trigonometrical functions of the acute angle, theorems of sines and cosines, and calculation of area of a triangle)
4. Surface area and volume of spatial figures
5. Conclusions
Užupis is known as one of the most beautiful micro districts of the capital of Lithuania, which attracts a host of interesting artists and is rich in impressive architectural monuments not marred by the soviet gigantomania. Mathematics is a particularly practical science, and the pupils tried to demonstrate it once again. They had to choose a few details out of a rich architectural palette of Užupis and carry out calculations following assigned topics. The pupils also created problems in mathematics, analysed if a trunk may drive under an arch, made equations of arches, calculated expenses for the restoration of different objects and buildings. The project was aimed at obtaining a practical experience in mathematical calculation, while admiring once again our remarkable district, and developing the imagination.
The pupils presented their project at Užupis High School and Žirmūnai High School in Vilnius, at Vilnius Pupils Conference held in John-Paul High School, and a national conference of the Association of Mathematics Teachers.