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Applied Science - Science and Math Lab
Students investigate topology. In this Applied Science lesson students explore higher, more abstract mathematics using tangles. Students make topologically related shapes.
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Topology - The Mathematics of Distortion
In this topology worksheet, 7th graders solve and complete 12 different problems that include shapes and math distortion. First, they use the forms of capital letters as guides, stretch or bend the shape in the first column into as many...
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Math Puzzles: Connected Loops
In this math puzzles: connected loops worksheet, 6th graders read an explanation of the puzzle, then solve by figuring out how to connect the loops, answer is available online.
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Topology and Geomery
Students relate topology to polygons. In this geometry lesson, students make the connection between different shapes and topologically equivalent relationships. They use Mobius strips to create and move shapes around.
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Extra Problems For Homework 7: Dimension
In this dimension worksheet, students explore manifolds of dimension and find equivalence relations. This one-page worksheet contains three multi-step problems.
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Hints and Extra Problems for Homework 8: Metric Space
In this metric space activity, students determine if a function is continuous and find the metric space. This one-page activity contains three problems.
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Country: Ghana
Students investigate the culture, history, and government of Ghana. They take a virtual journey and discover the sports, arts, crafts, and food of Ghana. They observe how Kente cloth is made.
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Dough Lake Topology
Students practice coordinates and measurements, develop 2D, 3D topological map, construct grid with string on real surface, establish "level" fixed point for measurements, take and record data points of elevation, and enter data on...
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Math: Seifert Surface
Students use wire to make knots and submerse them in pans of detergent to observe how the soap film clings to the wire. They discover this film is called the Seifert Surface. After drawing pictures of the surface, they discuss what...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: World's Most Extensive Mathematics Resource
MathWorld provides a huge mathematics encyclopedia detailing the concepts of geometry, algebra, calculus, discrete math, number theory, and other math topics--complete with formulas, diagrams, examples, and references for thorough...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Topology: Topics
A dozen topology topics are listed here for both the teacher's and the student's use. Knot Theory, Bundles, and Topology Structures are just some of the areas which are explored in depth. Detailed explanations and necessary sketches and...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Mathematics Illuminated: Topology's Twists and Turns
What is topology? And how does this area of mathematics allow us to study the shape and interconnectedness of the universe we live in? Video presentation answers these questions via a lively presentation of discussion, examples, and...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Numb3 Rs: The Konigsberg Bridge Problem
Based off of the hit television show NUMB3RS, this lesson introduces students to the world of Graph Theory, by having them explore the Konigsberg Bridge Problem. Through this lesson, students will be able to determine if Euler paths...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Computer Network
Wikipedia offers the definition of the term, "Computer network," including the range, functional relationship, topologies, functions, and protocals.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Math Topics: Topology: Knot Theory
An extensive collection of sites on the topic of Knot Theory. Links to dozens of sites are provided which take the user from the basic definition of KT, through to detailed Applet programs which create knots on the spot. NOTE: Some links...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Interesting Philosophical Questions About Time
Discover some of the deep questions that scientists and philosophers ask about time and some of the ideas that emerge from each one.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: The Beginnings of Topology Leonard Euler
This site gives a general description of one of Euler's contributions, topology. It also presents one of the more famous problems of mathematics, The Bridges of Konigsberg.
Other
Science Gems: Mathematics
This site has many links to math topics including pre calculus and calculus
Instituto Latinoamericano de la Comunicacion Educativa
Red Escolar: Curvas
In Spanish. In this activity you will discover what is a closed curve and an open curve.
Other
Webopedia.com: Local Area Networks
This site from Webopedia.com provides definition and uses of Local Area Networks. Includes LAN characteristics with linked definitions. Has many links to related sites.
Other
Academic Info: Mathematics Gateway
This site provides a comprehensive index and general directory to math sites that will help students in the study of circles.