10/6/14

Teaching Math through the decades

Our guy in Alaska, TG, sends this:
1. Teaching Math In 1950s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?
 2. Teaching Math In 1970s
 A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?
 3. Teaching Math In 1980s
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
is $80. Did he make a profit ? Yes or No
 4. Teaching Math In 1990s
 A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
is $80 and his profit is $20 Your assignment: Underline the number 20.
 5. Teaching Math In 2000s
 A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and
inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the
preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of
$20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for
class participation after answering the question: How did the birds
and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no
wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok).


6. Teaching Math In 2014

Un hachero vende una carretada de madera para $100.
El costo de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?
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