The purpose of this lesson is for the student to research and present to others the long-term health care options in their locale from the perspective of a potential patient, healthcare worker, and employer. The lesson will require locating information from various sources, interpreting charts and graphs, improving communication skills, and making cross-curricular connections into math, social studies and science. Furthermore, this lesson could be used to demonstrate research and presentation skills (either in written editorial or orally in a civic group meeting) necessary to lobby for improved work conditions and improved health care in their community.
demonstrate competency with ratio/proportional reasoning in relation of patients to services
utilize patient information to evaluate hospital space
present my analysis to my peers
Student Target
“I can collaborate with team members to create a presentation that evaluates the future of long-term care in my local community using visually displayed evidence.”
CCR Focus Standards
Number and Ratios - Level D
Compute unit rates associated with ratios of fractions, including ratios of lengths, areas and other quantities measured in like or different units. For example, if a person walks 1/2 mile in each 1/4 hour, compute the unit rate as the complex fraction (1/2)/(1/4) miles per hour, equivalently 2 miles per hour.
Algebra and Functions - Level D
Use variables to represent quantities in a real-world or mathematical problem, and construct simple equations and inequalities to solve problems by reasoning about the quantities.
Supporting Standards
Develop a probability model and use it to find probabilities of events. Compare probabilities from a model to observed frequencies; if the agreement is not good, explain possible sources of the discrepancy.
Standards for Mathematical Practice
Model with mathematics. (MP.4)
Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. (MP.3)
KYAE Employability Standards
E.1 Effectively contribute to a team through cooperation, leadership, and giving and accepting critical feedback to work toward a common goal.
E.2 Utilize workplace tools and technologies to communicate effectively (e.g., memos/e-mails, basic computer programs, phone systems).
E.7 Accurately analyze information and respond appropriately.
