Math In Basketball Lesson Page 7
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31During the discussion, point out that the two teams in the video solved the basketball
challenge in two distinct ways. Discuss the strategies listed in the “Math in
Basketball: Take the challenge” answer key, as desired.
LEARNING ACTIVITY 2:
1. Go to the Math in Basketball: Try other challenges interactive. Explain to your
students that they will use the web interactive to solve a series of problems similar to
the one Elton Brand presented in the video segment. In this multi-level activity,
students are challenged to use the 3 key variables, using a choice of player stats, to
figure out the maximum height the ball reaches on its way into the basket to make
the shot. Choices include: Initial Vertical Velocity of 5 feet, 6 feet, or 8 feet; Release
Height of 20 ft/sec, 22 ft/sec, or 24 ft/sec. Students are encouraged to use the 3 key
variables and the stats to calculate the ball’s height, h, at a given time, t, by setting up
an equation to get started.
Note: As in Learning Activity 1, you can conduct this activity with one computer
and an LCD projector in front of the entire class or your students can work in small
groups on multiple computers. This can also be assigned to students to complete as
an independent project or homework using the accompanying handout as a guide.
2. Distribute the “Math in Basketball: Try other challenges” handout. Clarify and
discuss the directions.
3. Ask students to complete the handout as they explore the online challenges.
Note: If you are using one computer, have your students work in pairs to plot
points on graph or chart paper and to write the quadratic equation using the three
key variables and the player’s stats. Have students take turns inputting their
responses into the web interactive to test their choices as they determine the time(s)
the ball reaches 10 feet, the time when the ball reaches maximum height, and the
maximum height at this time.
4. As in Learning Activity 1, encourage your students to use the 6-step mathematical
modeling cycle as they develop a strategy to solve the challenges.
5. After students have completed the activity, lead a group discussion and encourage
students to share their strategies and solutions to the challenges. Ask students to
discuss how they selected the equation and graphs used, and how they calculated the
values for time and height using each set of player stats.
CULMINATING ACTIVITY
1. Assess deeper understanding: Ask your students to reflect upon and write down their
thoughts about the following:
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