Math Lab Fibonacci Sequence Patterns in Nature

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The following lab is intended to introduce students to The Fibonacci Sequence for the first time.

* The lab is presented in an investigative manner, provoking thought among the students and guiding them into a great learning experience as they initially enter the world of The Fibonacci's Sequence.

* Students find the lab to be as enjoyable as it is a great learning experience.

* Students begin the lab by defining five pertinent terms to the lab investigation.

* The lab continues with examples of the Fibonacci Sequence in nature and a brief introduction to Leonardo Fibonacci, originator of this interesting sequence.

* Students are encouraged to study the sequence to discover the pattern within.

* Through their individual observations, students conclude and explain how consecutive Fibonacci numbers are determined.

* Once students realize the pattern to the sequence, they determine the next consecutive number in the sequence.

* Students write ratios from the Fibonacci Sequence.

* Students convert rations to decimals to compare to the Golden Ratio.

* Students move forward with the lab to support the validity as to whether or not the consecutive numbers in Fibonacci's Sequence approach the Golden Ratio.

* Students research independently through magazines and/or the internet for examples of the Fibonacci Sequence in nature for examples of the Fibonacci numbers between 1 and 21.

* Students conclude the lesson with reflections regarding their lab work in a brief paragraph.

* Finally, students assemble all of their research into a portfolio with the provided cover sheet placed on top.

* This lab is non-stressful to students and provides a great deal of constructive learning.

* The lab is aligned with CC Standards.

* Please enjoy!