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Math Songs

Student

Competition

A Mathematics Review Project

10/16/2012

By Irma Gonzalez Fiametta http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Irma-Fiametta

Copyright © 2012 Irma Gonzalez Fiametta. All rights reserved by author. Permission to copy for single classroom use only. Electronic distribution

limited to single classroom use only. Not for public display.

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Teacher Notes Learning Objective The student will be able to write the set of rules for an algorithm or a mathematical process by changing the lyrics of a popular/holiday song and singing it using the melody for that song. Mathematics Benchmarks - Common Core Standards The topics available for the songs have to be chosen from the curriculum covered by the Common Core Standards. The timing for this project is recommended for the last few weeks of school; the duration of the project is approximately 5-8 school days. State of Florida Related Benchmark: LA.910.1.6.1 , LA.910.4.2.1 the student will be able to write in a variety of informational and expository forms to justify computations and results using appropriate vocabulary. Singing Competition One of the best ways to remember mathematical rules is to write lyrics and put them to music. To create their song students will be asked to think of a familiar song that is easy to hum. Original songs are encouraged but not required. In the classroom we call this competition “Math Idol” based on the reality television singing competition created by Simon Fuller. When the writing work is completed, the students will perform in a singing competition. The student may choose to complete this project individually or in groups of 2-4 students. The students will compete in their classroom to choose at least 2-3 winners for that classroom. The winners in the classroom audition will go on to compete in a larger competition that can be organized in the auditorium. It is recommended that the mathematics teacher get approval from Administration and cooperation from other teachers so that the event is a success. It is also possible to get help from the Language Arts Department in the writing portion of this project. It is also recommended to get a few parents to volunteer on the day of the overall singing competition and to help with prizes to be given away. Some schools have even provided Audio Visual equipment so the competition is video-taped and as much help from the staff as possible during the competition. This is a project that students, parents and teachers will enjoy and will remember for a long time.

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Learning Objective – The student will be able to write lyrics of a popular/holiday song

and perform in a singing competition. Lyrics must be based on Math Rules or

Procedures we have used in class. To create the lyrics think of a familiar song that

is easy to hum...please see example below. In the classroom we will call this

competition Math Idol based on the reality television singing competition “American

Idol” created by Simon Fuller.

A typed copy of the song is required. Students are encouraged to work in a group of

their choice; group size should not have more than 4 students. If there are any

behavior problems in the group, students will be asked to work individually.

MATH Idol Auditions Date: ___________________

Math topic

chosen___________________________________________________________

Group Member names:_______________________________________________

Example Sung to the tune of The Flintstones.

Lyrics by:Jill Nielsen and Sheila Kotter & Mooney

Fractions, adding fractions.

Find a common denominator.

Change the numerator.

Multiply it by the same number.

Add the numerators together.

Keep the same old denominator.

Simplify your answer.

Cancel any common factors.

Don't be a slacker,

and now you've done it right.

Student Name__________________________ Period _____________Date________________

Math Songs Singing Competition Project

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Points Possible

Project Rubric Points Earned

Prewriting (20pt)

Shows circle map with description of topic chosen 20.

Good circle map with some description,15

Circle map with limited description,10

Incomplete or No circle map or any prewriting,5

Song Lyrics (60 pts)

Song uses relevant math key concepts, with insightful descriptions, and correct structure, 60

Song has a few math key concepts average descriptions and generally correct structure, 40

Song has no math key concepts, poor descriptions, and minimal descriptions, 20

Song does not relate to any math key concepts, incomplete descriptions, incorrect structure. 10.

Presentation in classroom (20 pts)

Excellent presentation, very creative and great enthusiasm shown, 20

Presentation is good, needs enthusiasm, 15

Adequate presentation, no enthusiasm 10

Messy presentation. 5

Date Task Completed

Yes or No

Monday Students receive project rubric, decide on Groups,

Chose topic, decide on popular/holiday song.

Goal: Write First Draft of Song

Tuesday Classroom workday, GOAL: First Draft or PRE-

Writing Assignment is turned in

Wednesday

Classroom Workday/Media center– Students type

the First Draft of the song.

Thursday

Classroom Workday: Students FINALIZE lyrics

and PRACTICE

Friday MATH ~ IDOL is today!!!

Math Idol ~ Project Schedule

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Math Singing Competition Program Part I “School Name” Presents

Time_______________ begins promptly at _______on Date: ________________

Song Title Student Artists

Special Thanks to ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Math Singing Competition Program Part II – Let’s Vote for the Winner Math Singing Competition Ballot – circle only one to vote for your favorite Song 1. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 2. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 3. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 4. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 5. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 6. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 7. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 8. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 9. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 10. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 11. Song Name_________________________________________________________ 12. Song Name_________________________________________________________

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TEACHER REFLECTION SHEET Notes: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Expenses ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I really enjoyed ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ One thing that I would change next year?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________