Mystery box puzzle for model based reasoning
Author(s): Sam S Donovan1, Pravin Muthu2
1. University of Pittsburgh 2. Emory University
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Summary:
This is a computer based problem solving activity that I use to engage introductory biology students with discussions about model based reasoning.
Contents:
Teaching Notes.rtf(RTF | 5 KB)
Week 2 Recitation.docx(DOCX | 1 MB)
Week 2 Recitation.pdf(PDF | 317 KB)- http://www.pitt.edu/~epolinko/box/
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Description
The mystery box puzzle presents students with a relatively straight forward logic problem - if they can understand and use the model to explore how the mystery box behaves. The assignment shared here was done in small groups during a 50 minute class session. I have included a series of teaching notes and suggestions. I believe that this tool could be used to teach a variety of process of science topics.
Notes
This is the version I have taught for several years in a large introductory biology course.
Cite this work
Researchers should cite this work as follows:
- Donovan, S. S., Muthu, P. (2021). Mystery box puzzle for model based reasoning. IGELS Steering Committee Workspace, QUBES Educational Resources. doi:10.25334/9CTV-1556