Task+Analysis

Tom Fanning Messy Math Videos: Using graphing techniques to solve difficult word problems.

Task analysis:
 * Choose a problem from a set of 9 math word problems. Your choice must be something that you cannot do.
 * Form a group of students in your class that have chosen the same problem.
 * With your group, develop the following ideas on your Worksheets
 * assign variables; indicate dependent or independent
 * create an x-y data table
 * write the equations
 * build a graph; label the graph thoroughly
 * write a sentence explaining the solution to the problem
 * __Fill in your progress sheet; add points to your rubrics__
 * On the Final Video Worksheet, carefully re-create the information on your Worksheet
 * Rehearse for your video: write notes or a script to use during the video shoot
 * Shoot your video with the help of a partner;
 * __Fill in your progress sheet; add points to your rubrics__
 * Download the video to your computer; compress the video with Free Video Converter
 * Create a new post on your web site; write a title and a sentence to introduce the video
 * Embed the video into your post
 * Complete your progress sheet; add points to your rubrics
 * __Fill in your progress sheet; calculate your total points on all rubrics__