Exploring the Shape of Space
When we look out on a clear night, the universe seems infinite. Yet this infinity might be an illusion. Exploring the Shape of Space introduces students to the mind-stretching possibility of a “multiconnected universe”. The students learn by example, using paper-and-scissors activities, pencil-and-paper games, computer games, and the award-winning computer-animated video The Shape of Space to explore a few of the simplest possible universes in an intuitive, hands-on way. Throughout the unit, geometry interweaves with cosmology, including current research efforts to determine the shape of the real universe. Students develop classical 3D visualization skills, while seeing first hand that humanity's understanding of geometry and space continues to evolve.
Exploring the Shape of Space includes complete teacher notes, blackline master student activity sheets and homework assignments, optional transparency masters, a final test, a reproducible glossary, an answer key, and a CD-ROM with the video. For grades 6-10.
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Key Curriculum Press, available online from Key’s Shape of Space Web Page or by phone, mail, or fax as explained on Key's order information page. |
Questions? Contact Jeff Weeks.
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