Origami Paper Cup: From Paper Folding to Data Analysis and Algebraic Explorations

Abstract

We present the case of an origami paper cup and its extensions to data collection, analysis, and dimensional reasoning in K--12 teacher education, featuring the integration of GeoGebra. The paper cup case has been implemented numerous times in our K--12 mathematics methods classes, targeting a variety of issues of mathematics teaching and learning---multiple representations, mathematical discourse, intuitive perceptions, rational reasoning, data analysis, as well as hands-on engagement and ownership. To implement the instructional tasks, we need an adequate supply of commercial or self-made origami paper, copy paper of various sizes, and a few pounds of pinto beans or similar beans that are safe for classroom use as well as access to GeoGebra.

Keywords: Origami, Data Analysis, Algebraic Reasoning

Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 · ISSN 2162-3856  ·  North American GeoGebra Journal