Blatantly stolen from other parts of the internets.
Teaching Math In 1950s... A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His
cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?
Teaching Math In 1970s... A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His
cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?
Teaching Math In 1980s... A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His
cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?
Teaching Math In 1990s... A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His
cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the
number 20.
Teaching Math In 2000s... A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he
is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the
preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What
do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after
answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut
down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's
ok.)
Teaching Math in the 2010s... Chelsea, a logger, is biologically male, but identifies as a female. Her boss asked her to cut down a tree, but she can't she's distressed over the hostile work environment her employer has created, and the lack of support services for transgendered workers. Help Chelsea and her husband write a letter to the Department of Labor, asking for mandated awareness and outreach programs for LGBTQ loggers.
