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B27 - (Year 9 to Year 12) Random walks and complex numbers

(Year 9 To Year 12)

(Year 9 to Year 12)

12:10 pm

05 December 2024

DW 118

Sub-Themes

Pedagogy

Session Description

Random walks appear to be a simple concept that can be easily modelled with technology but the mathematics that is part of the journey of 1D, 2D, 3D+ random walks take in key topics that include binomials, expected values, transience, series and divergence. This workshop will investigate the random walks with technology (Casio Classpad but suitable for any graphical technology) and then consider the underlying mathematics.

Key takeaways:
1. Links to curriculum ideas with random walk investigation 2. Utilising complex numbers in modelling situation with technology
3. Practical example of expected value, variance and transience 

Remember: A Casio Classpad will be used for demonstration but the workshop can be adapted for other technology.

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