This activity is a warm-up/raising awareness activity which can be used directly before and after viewing the programme, or it can be used independently of the programme to discuss the main issues/key ideas inherent in the problem of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

(a) This part is meant to be a whole class and/or group discussion lasting 5—10 minutes.

If the programme is used then students:

May find it useful, before viewing the programme, to pool their existing understanding of the problem.
May also find it helpful to jot down key words while watching, as a basis for Activity (b) — discussion of the programme’s underlying ideas.

(b) This part can be used after viewing the programme and is meant to be a whole class and/or group discussion lasting 20—30 minutes. It can be used independently of the programme as well.

Activity 2: Experts Cannot Fail!

This activity is meant to be a whole class and/or group discussion lasting 15—20 minutes.

Activity 3: Alternative Suggestions

This activity is meant to be a whole class and/or group discussion lasting 15—20 minutes.

Two less technical suggestions have also been put forward, perhaps not entirely seriously!

(a) Attaching a huge helium balloon to the south side of the tower.
(b) Landscaping the surrounding area to make the tower appear straight.