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To be or not to be — is the question really that simple? According to the classic quantum mechanical model ... well, maybe! Explore the nature of event prediction and probability in a short, animated video. Young physicists learn how even an abundance of data cannot always provide an absolute answer to everyday questions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Show the resource at the end of a quantum mechanics unit to show the class that the subject still contains many unanswered questions
- The many references to Schrodinger's Cat in the resource beg for a broader explanation
- Be sure to include time in your plan for a discussion of the paradox
Classroom Considerations
- Prior knowledge of quantum mechanics is necessary to enjoy the video
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The narrator uses the familiar concept of weather forecasts to help learners comprehend the trickiness of data-based prediction
- Animated sequences add a fun touch to a difficult subject for younger pupils
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- None