Math in Sports

Content:

- Discrete linear relations (8)

- Two-variable linear relations (9)

Grade Level: ANY

Curricular Competencies

Students are able to use reasoning and logic to explore, analyze, and apply mathematical ideas.
Students are able to model mathematics in contextualized experiences.
Students are able to visualize to explore mathematical concepts.
Students are able to explain and justify mathematical ideas and decisions.
Students are able to communicate mathematical thinking in many ways.
Students are able to connect mathematical concepts to each other and to other areas and personal interests.
Students are able to reflect on mathematical thinking.

Your Job: Complete the two activities below

Your Final Product Should...

Include 2 graphs (one each for Javelin and Ski Jumping) that show the relationship between angles and distance.
Include a reference list/bibliography of the videos you used to collect your data
Include a written reflection of the conclusions you've drawn based on your data
- Is there a relationship between angle and distance in either/both sports? Is this relationship proportional?
- Could you estimate an athlete's probability of success just by observing the angle of their javelin/skis? Explain your reasoning.
- What advice would you give a javelin thrower or ski jumper based on what you've learned?

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