Math Escape Room Lesson Plan
Math Escape Room Lesson Plan
Learning Objective/Goal:
Apply mathematical concepts to solve problems.
Develop teamwork and collaboration skills.
Enhance logical thinking and reasoning abilities.
Solve puzzles and challenges to complete a task with peers.
Background:
This scavenger hunt is designed to take place on school grounds where students
can have a break from the classroom, while still practicing their math skills. It can
be easily modified based on location, duration (adding or taking away tasks) and
students' current level.
Activity:
Setup:
Read the prompts and modify them to fit your situation.
Print out the clues and place them around the room - they can be in creative
spots but students must be able to find them.
Optional: Decorate the room based on the scenario, or add a physical lock for
them to solve or break out of.
decide how much time students get to “break out” and have a timer ready.
Activity (Continued):
Introduction (5 minutes):
Hook: Present a scenario where the students are "locked" in a room and must
solve math problems to escape.
Explain: The rules and objectives of the breakout room.
Optional: Divide students into small groups (3-4 per group) or allow them to
work together as a whole group.
Present the instruction slide on the board.
Start the timer.
Breakout Session:
Students will engage in solving segments of the code, likely making notes on
scratch paper.
If students encounter challenges that hinder their progress, they may exhibit
frustration, potentially disrupting others or expressing annoyance.
Upon collecting all components of the code, students attempt to unlock the
designated lockbox. Successfully opening it signifies their breakout from the
room.
Distribute rewards as applicable.
Debrief:
Review the solutions to the mathematical problems collectively.
Assist students in resolving any lingering difficulties.
Have a class discussion to reflect on the experience, highlighting positive
aspects and identifying areas for potential improvement.
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