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Monday, March 5, 2012

Units by TheMacBox



Units by TheMacBox

iTunes Link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/units/id284574017?mt=8

Description: This simple to use app show conversions for almost any kind of measurement (anything from Acceleration to Volume). Choose the type of measurement you have (example: length). Enter your measurement (example: 4.7 yd). Then see the same measurement in other units (example: 4.29m, 169.2in, etc). The app also has a built in ruler (at the bottom under "other") for measuring small items (up to 19cm or 7.5in).

Hints/Tips:
  • The ruler only includes marks at the whole and half cm or in.
Integration Ideas:
    • Math
      • Have students check their work after converting units for a problem.
      • Use the ruler to measure small items and record what you measured.
    • Science
      • Use the ruler to measure small items and record the measurements.
Feeling inspired? Comment below with your ideas!  OR try it out with your class and leave comments about what you did and how it went!

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