L.O. 4: Area I
(Basic Shapes)

We are learning to calculate the area of basic shapes.

Step 1: Explanation

Step 2: Developing Your Understanding

Your notes should include the following:

  • What is area?

  • What five shapes are we looking at in this Learning Objective? Draw each shape, write the name and give the area formula for each.

  • Give an example of how you can use algebra to work backwards to find a length if given the area.

Step 3: Practice the "Skill"

Step 4: Enrich your Understanding

Step 5: Reflection

Our Learning Objective was: "We are learning to calculate the area of basic shapes". Please think about the following.

  • Can you do this?

  • What are your strengths and weaknesses?

  • How can you improve your weaknesses?

Monitoring Your Progress (Answers)