Webinar Recordings SET A for Grades 5-6-Webinar 2 Recording

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In this lesson on patterns, led by Dr. Sarah Segee and her assistant Jacob, students focused on recognizing and solving Math Kangaroo problems through pattern recognition. Dr. Segee, a seasoned Math Kangaroo educator, guides students from San Diego, California. This session built upon previous knowledge of Math Kangaroo problem types, introducing a toolkit to identify common problem-solving techniques.<br /><br />The lesson covered several problem types where recognizing patterns—whether in numbers, shapes, or sequences—proved fundamental. For instance, one problem involved predicting the color of a sequence in which students identified a pattern to determine the color of the 29th item. Another task asked students to identify the shape formed by connecting centers of hexagons, where understanding pattern creation with lines was necessary.<br /><br />An introduction to mathematical sequences, nature's patterns such as spirals, and problem examples further illustrated the concept. Problems required varied approaches, from drawing and constructing arithmetic series to analyzing visual spatial patterns.<br /><br />The session emphasized practice and experimentation, demonstrating the importance of breaking down complex problems into manageable parts. Students used strategies like creating tables, drawing diagrams, and simplifying tasks to uncover patterns.<br /><br />Dr. Segee and Jacob encouraged students to explore different problem-solving methods, predicting that applying patterns can simplify complex problems by reducing calculations. The lesson concluded by highlighting the relevance of patterns across various contexts, including natural phenomena and arithmetic sequences, underscoring their significant role in both mathematical problem-solving and everyday life.

Keywords

pattern recognition

Math Kangaroo

problem-solving

mathematical sequences

Dr. Sarah Segee

San Diego

arithmetic series

visual spatial patterns

problem types

natural phenomena