MYP Assessment Task Bank

Investigating Consecutive Numbers

Investigating Consecutive Numbers
Students in this assessment investigate patterns within number sets in relation to operations that occur between the numbers. In Part A, students are guided through exploring relationships between adding consecutive positive numbers and verifying their findings. Then, in Part B students are working through a similar investigation – this time unguided. In this part, the numbers used are negative consecutive odd numbers.
Math Concepts: Consecutive Numbers odd numbers mathematical operations addition subtraction patterns
MYP Related Concepts: systems
MYP Key Concepts: relationships
MYP Global Context: Scientific and Technical Innovation
Details
Grade level: 6
Level: Standard
Criteria: B, C
Rating: 0

Investigating Magic Squares

Investigating Magic Squares
In this investigation students are assessed on their ability to identify patterns using integers in operations. To do this we use a unique math concept known as “Magic Squares” which have rules pertaining to its “Magic Sum.” In Part A, students develop an understanding of Magic Squares. In Part B, they are guided to explore simple patterns regarding addition of integers. The more challenging Part C, which is more open-ended, has students exploring magic squares when they are multiplied by an integer.
Math Concepts: Operations with Integers Magic Squares
MYP Related Concepts: patterns systems
MYP Key Concepts: form
MYP Global Context: Orientation in Space and Time
Details
Grade level: 6
Level: Standard
Criteria: B, C
Rating: 0

Sum of Angles in a Polygon

Sum of Angles in a Polygon
Students will engage in an exploration of how triangles can be used to figure out the sum of angles in a polygon. In Part A, they will first be guided towards identifying the relationship between the number of sides in a polygon and the number of triangles that make the polygon. In Part B, students, in a more open-ended task will look for the relationship that connects the number of sides in a polygon and the sum of angles of the polygon.
Math Concepts: Interior Angle Sum of Interior Angles in Polygon Sum of Angles in Triangle Polygon Names
MYP Related Concepts: generalization patterns space
MYP Key Concepts: form
MYP Global Context: Orientation in Space and Time
Details
Grade level: 6
Level: Standard
Criteria: B, C
Rating: 0

Investigating Paper Ratios

Investigating Paper Ratios
The A-sized paper range many of us use for printing actually has various unique patterns that are interrelated. This assessment allows students to investigate a real-world phenomenon that has several relationships. In part A, students will explore how the length, width, and the ratio between the dimensions all have patterns. In Part B, students will explore a made-up currency that also has a pattern to its length, width, and ratio that can be shown by the change of denomination.
Math Concepts: Simplifying Ratios Equivalent Ratios Rounding Decimals Ratios
MYP Related Concepts: simplification
MYP Key Concepts: change
MYP Global Context: Globalization and Sustainability
Details
Grade level: 7
Level: Standard
Criteria: B, C
Rating: 4

City Landscaping Investigation

City Landscaping Investigation
This is a great assessment for exploring multiple relationships and rules stemming from one pattern. The scenario shows a pattern of geometric shape embedded into another shape, with the shapes being able to be measured in size based on unit measurements. In Part A students will explore relationships of different variables about square greeneries. Then, in Part B students will go through an unguided investigation of greeneries in the size of a rectangle.
Math Concepts: Area Perimeter Measurement
MYP Related Concepts: patterns space
MYP Key Concepts: aesthetics form
MYP Global Context: Globalization and Sustainability
Details
Grade level: 7
Level: Standard
Criteria: B, C
Rating: 2.75