Math

Building with Curves: Seeing Mathematics Everywhere Through Frank Gehry’s Architecture

Title : Building with Curves: Seeing Mathematics Everywhere Through Frank Gehry’s Architecture

Subject Area/Grade: Math / 6th-8th Grade

Learning Objectives

Students will:

  • Observe and describe mathematical structures in architecture.
  • Identify geometric shapes, patterns, and spatial relationships.
  • Develop mathematical models of real-world structures.
  • Apply measurement and proportional reasoning to authentic design problems.
  • Support mathematical claims using observations, measurements, calculations, diagrams, and reasoning.
  • Communicate mathematical thinking through discussion and writing.

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