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Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

"Ponzi" Pyramid Schemes

This task asks students to examine a pyramid scheme, caluclate the first tier profits, and explain what could go wrong. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric
3. Scored Student Work
4. Unscored Student Work

Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

A Golden Crown?

This task uses ratios and proportional relationships to determine if the King's crown is made of solid gold.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric

Source
The Math Forum at Drexel

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
6, 7, 8

A Pound of Valentine’s Chocolates

In A Pound of Valentine’s Chocolates, students are asked to find how long a one pound box of chocolates should last if Isolde eats it alone. The key concepts are fractions and proportional reasoning. 

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Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Arithmetic and Polynomials and Rational Expressions

In this task, students will answer four short questions about polynomials and rational expressions.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric

Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Best Buy Tickets

In this task, students must illustrate the best possible choices for printing, in terms of cost efficiency, for ticket printing.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric
3. Scored Student Work
4. Unscored Student Work

Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Best Size Cans

In this task, students must find the can dimensions that will provide the smallest surface area while still being able to hold the predetermined volume of soda. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric
3. Scored Student Work
4. Unscored Student Work

Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Bird's Nest

In this task, students will examine a graph to determine a relationship between the length and width of bird's eggs.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric
3. Scored Student Work
4. Unscored Student Work

Source
PBL University (PBLU)

Subject
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
3, 4, 5

BizWorld

In this task, students must work in groups to create a friendship bracelet business and carry out the entrepreneurial cycle to build capital for their business. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Teacher Instructions
3. Student Handouts

Source
Mathematics Assessment Project (MAP) by MARS: Shell Center, University of Nottingham & UC Berkeley

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Building Functions

In this task, students will label a graph with the given functions.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Scoring Rubric

Source
ConnectEd

Subject
English Language Arts, Science, Mathematics, History/Social Studies, Interdisciplinary, Career and Technology

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

Career Explorations

This unit includes an unit overview and 3 subunit overviews with built-in lessons. 

Unit description from the source: Students will investigate the varied career opportunities available within the health and biomedical sciences. They will conduct research on possible career paths and investigate the skills needed for each one. This unit will also give students an opportunity to learn about typical activities in various jobs and help them identify potential careers that match their interests, strengths, and goals. In addition, students will explore the broader social and economic impact of their career choices, while reviewing the historical origins of various health-related careers and their significance to the welfare of humankind.
 

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