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Module3:IntheZone(LinearModeling)
Module 3: In the Zone (Linear Modeling)
Subject area
Math
Grades
9-12
Duration
4-5 weeks
Content & Standards Focus
Modeling relationships, solving systems, and making predictions to support decision-making
Students develop linear models to help an organization plan a profitable fundraiser.
How can math help organizations reach their goals? Students create and analyze linear models to predict costs, ticket sales, and funds raised. By comparing multiple scenarios and solving systems of equations, students help design a fundraiser that balances affordability and profitability. Students see how mathematics can be used to plan, predict, and make informed decisions.
Preview Materials
Module 3 Project Overview
Students create a guide to help organizations plan successful fundraising events by using linear functions to model relationships between costs, ticket sales, and other important factors.
5 Minute Math - Match It: Linear Equations and Graphs
While much of an XQ math module centers on project-based learning, some concepts are covered through direct practice. Every module includes a selection of "5 Minute Math" activities for building fluency.
Collect & Reflect
This daily activity helps students organize their work, reflect on their progress, and connect their daily efforts to their learning goals. By taking a couple of minutes each day to gather and review their work, students build strong habits, track growth, and stay on course toward meeting learning objectives.
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