Publications & Research
Title
Aviation Integration: Promoting Careers Through Curricular Connections within the Math Classroom
Document Type
Conference Paper/Presentation
Conference
Presented at the:
- Career Connections Conference (April 25, 2022) - https://ilcareerconnections.org/
Publication Date
4-25-2022
Disciplines
Curriculum and Instruction | Education | Science and Mathematics Education
Grade Level
5th - 12th Grade
Abstract
5th -12th grade teachers, curriculum/instructional leaders, & CTE directors will: 1) discover aviation-related careers, connections, and pathways that can be promoted within the math classroom, 2) gain knowledge of topics, tech, and tools that can be integrated within the mathematics curriculum, and 3) acquire lots of RESOURCES to help educators positively impact teacher instruction, student learning, and career awareness. Careers include: Load Master, Engineer, Mechanic, Pilot, Air Traffic Controller, Crash Reconstructionist, GIS Analyst, Machinist…. Aviation topics include: Forces of Flight, Time Zones, Drones, Satellite Imagery, GPS, CNC Programming... Math Concepts include: Angles, Area, Coordinate Geometry, Decimals, Fractions, Intersecting Circles, Linear Functions, Shapes, ...
Recommended Citation
Remijan, Kelly W., "Aviation Integration: Promoting Careers Through Curricular Connections within the Math Classroom" (2022). Publications & Research. 51.
https://digitalcommons.imsa.edu/pfs_pr/51