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Episode 122: Model Behavior

Episode 122: Model Behavior

Math Topic Using Models
The Big Idea Make a model - a simplified version of something complicated - and you can easily and safely understand how it works.
NCTM LinksGeometry
Episode Description To protect themselves from Hacker's constant attempts to capture cybersite Happily-Ever-After, the King and his fairy-tale subjects construct a glass Skywall to keep Hacker out of the kingdom. But Hacker unfolds a brilliant scheme to crack open the Skywall - using the Wicked Witch's Voice! Can the kids use models to outwit Hacker before Wicked sings?!!
- Kid Synopsis
For RealBianca Gets Spacey
Bianca, who loves space movies, decides to go on a simulated mission in a model spacecraft at the Challenger Center. When an emergency arises, she gets carried away, and tries to take over other crew members' responsibilities.
Math Message: Simulation is a form of modeling that allows people to practice the process of solving problems.
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Online Games Crossing the River
In this logic puzzle, the player needs to determine how to get a number of Cyberchase characters across a river in a small boat. The trick is that either two kids or one adult can fit into the boat and someone always has to steer for the boat to get across.

Printed Material Modeling Mania
Students make their own model for a bridge that won't collapse under weight.


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