Introduction
Welcome to your Integer Webquest 7th graders!! Please follow the instructions below to complete your integer web-quest.
Directions: Follow the instructions and links on this webpage to complete your web-quest sheet. Make sure to hit the back button after you are finished visiting each site.
Task
Part 1:
Using the links below define the following vocabulary:
- Integer
- Positive Number
- Negative Number
- Opposite
- Absolute Value
http://www.math.com/school/subject1/lessons/S1U1L10GL.html
http://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/vol5/intro_integers.html
Part 2:
Which culture was the first to use negative numbers and whay year?
In what century were negative numbers accepted as being part of the number system?
(use the link below to answer the question & don’t forget to hit the back button when you are finished)
http://www.und.edu/instruct/lgeller/negnum.html
Part 3
Visit the websites listed to find examples of real life uses of integers, particularly the addition and subtraction of negative numbers. Identify three instances where integers are used in your everyday life. Provide a solid explanation that demonstrates your understanding of how the integers are involved with the examples that you identify. You will not receive credit for explanantions or examples that are copied directly from a website. The explanations must include how BOTH POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE numbers are used. Write these explanations in the Integers and Everyday Life section of the Integer Webquest packet.
Integers and Everyday Life Websites (don't forget to push the back button when you are finished viewing the site)
Math Forum: Negative Numbers in the Real World
Math Forum: Integers in Daily Life
Math Forum: Subtracting Negative Numbers
Math Forum: Using Integers
Math Goodies: Integers and the Real World
Math Forum: Integers in Everyday Life
Integer Exploration