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If it ain't broke, don't fix it? Young mathematicians learn about the advantages of replacing pi with tau, such as a more conceptual understanding of radian measure. The video in the Numberphile Pi series also explains why such a move might be difficult to achieve.
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a physics teacher for the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Note that some of the information repeats that of the "Tau vs. Pi Smackdown" video in the same series
- Video highlights some complex physics equations
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Explanations are easy to understand and clear
Cons
- Writing on wrinkly brown paper makes the video have an unprofessional feel