Breakout: Exponential & Logarithm Review

In Pre-calculus, we have done physical and digital breakouts. So why not combine both components for this review activity!

Students walk in to see a breakout box, computer, and a clue at their station. The clue directs the students to a hidden envelope hidden around the room (each group has a different location) which contains a flash drive with a video we created using PowToon. The video describes the mission with an embedded clue to unlock the box.

In the box, students find a directional key, another log mission, markers (taped with log and exponential equations), a flash light (with no batteries), and two more locked boxes. The students must answer the questions from the log mission to open one of the smaller boxes - this gives a hint to solving the equations on the markers. Plus - it has has the batteries for the flashlight and a hidden message with invisible ink explaining the order of the colors. The colors correspond to a directional key.

In comes the digital portion. We created a Google Form with a couple of missions. In the video, the ending gave a clue to visit our websites in case they needed help. We placed the link to the digital locks there.

The first digital lock leads to more digital missions where students must answer log and exponential problems correctly to move on to the final clue - a picture of piggy banks. This unlocks the last physical box where students can enjoy some candy.

In the past, we both reviewed using a PowerPoint - students worked on problems - we went over them. This year, we have tried to come up with creative review days. A breakout is one of the best ways to do that! The students have so much fun and don't even realize that they are reviewing. Plus - it's so much fun watching the kids run around, practice math, and collaborate!

~RJ & SSB

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