Assignment
Objective:
Using information we have discussed throughout the semester, create a functional board game. The game must be of professional quality and functional! Select one, two, some, or all of the topics below to develop meaningful questions and/or statements for your game.
Possible Topics (Anything from 1st Semester)
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Apply Properties of Real Numbers
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Complete the Square
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Evaluate & Simplify Algebraic Expressions
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Use the Quadratic Formula & the Discriminant
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Solve Linear Equations
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Graph & Solve Quadratic Inequalities
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Rewrite Formulas & Equations
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Write Quadratic Functions & Models
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Use Problem Solving Strategies & Models
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Use Properties of Exponents
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Solve Linear Inequalities
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Evaluate & Graph Polynomial Functions
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Solve Absolute Value Equations & Inequalities
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Add, Subtract, & Multiply Polynomials
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Graph Quadratic Functions in Standard Form
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Factor & Solve Polynomial Equations
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Graph Quadratic Functions in Vertex Form
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Apply the Remainder & Factor Theorems
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Solve Quadratic Functions by Factoring
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Find Rational Zeros
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Solve Quadratic Functions by Factoring
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Apply the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
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Solve Quad. Func. By Finding Square Roots
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Analyze Graphs of Polynomial Functions
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Perform Operations with Complex Number
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Write Polynomial Functions & Models
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Requirements
Write up
• The name of the game
• Educational objective of the game (purpose - what do you want your players to learn?)
• Approximate time required to complete
• Appropriate grade level and/or other learner description
• The rules (keep them simple, clear, and straight-forward)
Appropriate Pieces
• Game board (neat, organized, and functional)
• Game pieces (Contents)
• Player Cards(List of questions/statements & answers) - MINIMUM of 40
o Must include a SEPARATE sheet of questions with answers or statements
• Others?
Steps:
1. Select a theme to base your board game on (CandyLand, Monopoly, Clue, Life, Trouble...)
2. Map out your rules (complete the write up). Use the following questions as a STARTING POINT:
a. What is the end goal of the game?
b. How would the players win?
c. What is the minimum and maximum number of players that can play?
d. Is the game meant purely for enjoyment purposes, educational purposes, or a mixture of both?
e. What are the pieces needed for the game? (Players' markers, dice, cards, ...)
3. Sketch a rough draft of the board layout. Create game pieces.
4. Develop your questions and/or statements.
5. Complete your game board.
6. Put it all together - Test & RETEST! - Make sure your game is of good quality and FUNCTIONAL!
7. Self-grade yourself by marking the rubric on the backside of this sheet. Turn this sheet in with your game. Lastly, complete check list in upper right hand corner!