The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas - for iPad/Mac/PC

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Maths in movies has often been used creatively as a method by which to engage students in formulas and numerical theory. The 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz features a maze of potential mathematical problems – not least the Scarecrow’s incorrect pronunciation of Pythagoras’ theorem. Presented by The Open University’s David Brannan and Phil Rippon, ‘From Fractions to Formulas’ is a light-hearted parody of the Wizard of Oz (pronounced "Oh-Zed"), in which the traditional characters are replaced by mathematical concepts, including fractions and Pi, that come together in an enactment of the pioneering mathematician, Leonard Euler's formula: e^(i Pi) = -1. The accompanying tracks are taken from Open University maths courses and explore the problems tackled in the drama. For more information and how to study at The Open University, go to www.mcs.open.ac.uk

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  1. 2011. 03. 03.

    The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas

    An audio discussion about mathematics in The Wizard of Oz.

    29분

  2. 2011. 03. 03.

    Transcript -- The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas

    Transcript -- An audio discussion about mathematics in The Wizard of Oz.

  3. 2011. 03. 03.

    A Brief History of Numbers

    Starting in Africa 20,000 years ago, trace the history of numbers through time, including Egyptian use of fractions and the problems of Roman numerals.

    15분

  4. 2011. 03. 03.

    Transcript -- A Brief History of Numbers

    Transcript -- Starting in Africa 20,000 years ago, trace the history of numbers through time, including Egyptian use of fractions and the problems of Roman numerals.

  5. 2011. 01. 25. · 비디오

    Complex Numbers

    Computer generated animations looking at 'Complex Numbers'.

    15분

  6. 2011. 01. 25.

    Transcript -- Complex Numbers

    Transcript -- Computer generated animations looking at 'Complex Numbers'.

  7. 2011. 01. 25. · 비디오

    Rational and Irrational Numbers

    Using tally sticks, a cake, a thermometer, a number line and graphics boards, David Brannan and Phil Rippon, both of The Open University, look at rational and irrational numbers.

    24분

  8. 2011. 01. 25.

    Transcript -- Rational and Irrational Numbers

    Transcript -- Using tally sticks, a cake, a thermometer, a number line and graphics boards, David Brannan and Phil Rippon, both of The Open University, look at rational and irrational numbers.

  9. 2011. 01. 25. · 비디오

    Square Roots

    An exploration into the intricacies of square roots.

    12분

  10. 2011. 01. 25.

    Transcript -- Square Roots

    Transcript -- An exploration into the intricacies of square roots.

  11. 2011. 01. 25.

    The Witch of Agnesi diagram

    A diagram of 'The Witch of Agnesi', which is discussed in the audio track 'The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas'.

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Maths in movies has often been used creatively as a method by which to engage students in formulas and numerical theory. The 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz features a maze of potential mathematical problems – not least the Scarecrow’s incorrect pronunciation of Pythagoras’ theorem. Presented by The Open University’s David Brannan and Phil Rippon, ‘From Fractions to Formulas’ is a light-hearted parody of the Wizard of Oz (pronounced "Oh-Zed"), in which the traditional characters are replaced by mathematical concepts, including fractions and Pi, that come together in an enactment of the pioneering mathematician, Leonard Euler's formula: e^(i Pi) = -1. The accompanying tracks are taken from Open University maths courses and explore the problems tackled in the drama. For more information and how to study at The Open University, go to www.mcs.open.ac.uk

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