Webinar Recordings SET A for Grades 1-2-Webinar 9 Recording

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In this webinar on 3D geometry, led by Lucia and her teaching assistant Elita, participants learned about strategies to solve complex geometry problems involving cubes. Key topics included understanding and applying a 4-step problem-solving method, interpreting 3D shapes from different angles, and making effective use of spatial thinking when working with solid objects.<br /><br />The session emphasized utilizing nets, which are 2D representations of 3D shapes, to comprehend the structure of cubes, particularly focusing on opposite faces and neighborhood face connections. Students practiced recognizing how different configurations of connected cubes affect the number of visible faces, and thus the amount of paint required to cover them.<br /><br />A challenging exercise on counting visible blocks from specific views was discussed, highlighting how careful consideration is necessary when interpreting 2D representations of 3D objects. Additionally, the webinar covered the concept of using color to denote opposite cube faces and demonstrated techniques for visualizing cube arrangements.<br /><br />The class wrapped up with a bonus exercise on interpreting how changes to cube configurations affect possible stamps, reinforcing spatial awareness and application of theoretical knowledge to solve practical geometry challenges.

Keywords

3D geometry

problem-solving

spatial thinking

nets

cube configurations

visible faces

geometry webinar

opposite faces

visualizing cubes