Models and Simulations in Education
Unit 2
Lesson 3
Models and Simulations
1.
Check T or F to show whether you think each
statement is true or false.
___ Models can have the same general
appearance as real-life objects.
___ Models of airplanes have all of the same
operating parts as real airplanes do.
___ Models can represent systems and
processes.
1.
Check T or F to show whether you think each
statement is true or false.
T
Models can have the same general
appearance as real-life objects.
F
Models of airplanes have all of the same
operating parts as real airplanes do.
T
Models can represent systems and
processes.
2. Write your own caption in this photo (page
93).
2. Write your own caption in this photo (page
93).
Models can sometime look like toys. Models let
us do things that would be different or
dangerous in real like.
Many English words have their roots in other
languages. Use the Latin word below to make
an educated guess about the meaning of the
word
simulatio.
Latin word Meaning
simulatio
make-believe
simulation:
Many English words have their roots in other
languages. Use the Latin word below to make
an educated guess about the meaning of the
word
simulatio.
Latin word Meaning
simulatio
make-believe
simulation:
An imitation of a real-life object or situation.
4. Omit
5. What is one example of a complex system
that can be represented by a model?
5. What is one example of a complex system
that can be represented by a model?
The human body is a complex system that could
be represented by a model.
6. How can using model buildings in earthquake
simulations produce more earthquake-resistant
building designs?
6. How can using model buildings in earthquake
simulations produce more earthquake-resistant
building designs?
Data from simulations might show flaws in the
building design that can be corrected before the
real building is constructed.
7. Using the graph on page 95, predict sunspot
activity in 2020.
7.
Using the graph on page 95, predict sunspot
activity in 2020.
2000 is a peak in the 11 year solar cycle;
therefore 2010 should be close to a peak, and
2020 should also be close to a peak.
8. What are three examples of objects that are
too large to easily study without using models?
8. What are three examples of objects that are
too large to easily study without using models?
Ocean currents, the atmosphere, weather
patterns.
9. What are some advantages of using a model
for teaching about organs rather than using an
actual organ?
9. What are some advantages of using a model
for teaching about organs rather than using an
actual organ?
It’s easier and cleaner plus you don’t need to
worry about the complicated ethical issues of
using real organs.
10. What is the role of the smoke that is moving
over the model aircraft on page 97?
10. What is the role of the smoke that is moving
over the model aircraft on page 97?
The model makes it possible to see how the air
moves over the model to study resistance.
11. What do the large and small numbers
represent in a chemical equation?
11. What do the large and small numbers
represent in a chemical equation?
The large numbers represents the numbe of
molecules. The small numbers represent the
number of atoms in a single molecule.
12. What are two ways in which a computer
model might be oversimplified?
12. What are two ways in which a computer
model might be oversimplified?
If some variables are left out of a model to save
computer processing time or if only a small
portion of the system is studied to simplify a
calculation.
13. As you read, underline the uses of
conceptual models.
13.
As you read, underline the uses of
conceptual models.
Identifying patterns, similarities for
classifications, processes that cannot be directly
observed, predict the effect that changing one
part of a system will have on the whole system.
14. Omit
15. Why is an actual car with realistic
passengers needed to simulate the effects in a
crash safety test?
15. Why is an actual car with realistic
passengers needed to simulate the effects in a
crash safety test?
To obtain realistic data about crash safety, a real
car is needed, as well as dummies that are
similar to real people in size and weight.
16. Why do astronauts train using underwater
simulations?
16. Why do astronauts train using underwater
simulations?
To practice spacewalking and working in a
“weightless” environment on Earth before
performing actual walks in space.
17. ___ Models always behave exactly like the
thing they represent.
17.
F
Models always behave exactly like the
thing they represent
18. ___ Computer modeling is useful for
determining how objects interact with one
another or change.
18.
T
Computer modeling is useful for
determining how objects interact with one
another or change.
19. ___ Complex objects or processes are
easier to simulate.
19.
F
Complex objects or processes are easier
to simulate.
20. ___ Conceptual models can represent a
process that cannot be observed directly.
20.
T
Conceptual models can represent a
process that cannot be observed directly.
Lesson Review
1.
Physical model A. Water cycle, rock cycle,
family tree
2.
Conceptual B. Chemical reaction,
model population growth,
sunspot activity
3.
Mathematical C. Architectural model,
model atomic structure, an
artificial organ
1.
C.
Physical model A. Water cycle, rock cycle,
family tree
2.
A.
Conceptual B. Chemical reaction,
model population growth,
sunspot activity
3.
B.
Mathematical C. Architectural model,
model atomic structure, an
artificial organ
4. What are three advantages of using
conceptual models?
4. What are three advantages of using
conceptual models?
Conceptual models can be used to simplify
complex relationships, to identify similarities
that can be used for classification, and to
describe processes that cannot be observed
directly.
5. Models are often used to represent very
small objects or very large objects. Why is it
also useful to create life-size models of some
objects?
5. Models are often used to represent very
small objects or very large objects. Why is it
also useful to create life-size models of some
objects?
Sometimes it is useful to have life-size models of
real objects because the real object might be
difficult or impossible to obtain.
6. List two advantages and two limitations of
physical models?
6. List two advantages and two limitations of
physical models?
Advantages: easier, safer, and cheaper to work
with
Limitations: may not be an accurate
representation, may not behave like it does in its
normal environment.
7. Using the graph on page 103, what is the
length of time between peaks in sunspot
activity?
7. Using the graph on page 103, what is the
length of time between peaks in sunspot
activity?
About 10 years (on average 11 years)
8. Again using the graph on page 103, evaluate
the following statement.
By using the sunspot
graph above, you can predict the exact number
of sunspots for any year in the future.
8. Again using the graph on page 103, evaluate
the following statement.
By using the sunspot
graph above, you can predict the exact number
of sunspots for any year in the future.
This statement is not accurate. The exact
number of sunspots is not predictable, and the
interval between peaks also varies.
9. Computers are fast and do not make errors
when doing calculations. Does this mean that
computer models are always correct?
Explain
you answer.
9. Computers are fast and do not make errors
when doing calculations. Does this mean that
computer models are always correct?
Explain
you answer.
Computer models are not always correct.
Computer programs may leave out critical
variables or may not consider how variables
interact or change over time.
Explore the concept of models and simulations in education through a series of true or false statements, captions for photos, and a discussion on the representation of complex systems such as the human body. Delve into the roots of English words and their connections to Latin, gaining insights into the meaning of "simulation." Uncover the importance of models in replicating real-life objects or situations and facilitating learning in a safe and controlled environment.
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Unit 2 Lesson 3 Models and Simulations
1. Check T or F to show whether you think each statement is true or false. ___ Models can have the same general appearance as real-life objects. ___ Models of airplanes have all of the same operating parts as real airplanes do. ___ Models can represent systems and processes.
1. Check T or F to show whether you think each statement is true or false. T Models can have the same general appearance as real-life objects. F Models of airplanes have all of the same operating parts as real airplanes do. T Models can represent systems and processes.
2. Write your own caption in this photo (page 93). Models can sometime look like toys. Models let us do things that would be different or dangerous in real like.
Many English words have their roots in other languages. Use the Latin word below to make an educated guess about the meaning of the word simulatio. Latin word Meaning simulatio make-believe simulation:
Many English words have their roots in other languages. Use the Latin word below to make an educated guess about the meaning of the word simulatio. Latin word Meaning simulatio simulation: An imitation of a real-life object or situation. make-believe
5. What is one example of a complex system that can be represented by a model?
5. What is one example of a complex system that can be represented by a model? The human body is a complex system that could be represented by a model.
6. How can using model buildings in earthquake simulations produce more earthquake-resistant building designs?
6. How can using model buildings in earthquake simulations produce more earthquake-resistant building designs? Data from simulations might show flaws in the building design that can be corrected before the real building is constructed.
7. Using the graph on page 95, predict sunspot activity in 2020.
7. Using the graph on page 95, predict sunspot activity in 2020. 2000 is a peak in the 11 year solar cycle; therefore 2010 should be close to a peak, and 2020 should also be close to a peak.
8. What are three examples of objects that are too large to easily study without using models?
8. What are three examples of objects that are too large to easily study without using models? Ocean currents, the atmosphere, weather patterns.
9. What are some advantages of using a model for teaching about organs rather than using an actual organ?
9. What are some advantages of using a model for teaching about organs rather than using an actual organ? It s easier and cleaner plus you don t need to worry about the complicated ethical issues of using real organs.
10. What is the role of the smoke that is moving over the model aircraft on page 97?
10. What is the role of the smoke that is moving over the model aircraft on page 97? The model makes it possible to see how the air moves over the model to study resistance.
11. What do the large and small numbers represent in a chemical equation?
11. What do the large and small numbers represent in a chemical equation? The large numbers represents the numbe of molecules. The small numbers represent the number of atoms in a single molecule.
12. What are two ways in which a computer model might be oversimplified?
12. What are two ways in which a computer model might be oversimplified? If some variables are left out of a model to save computer processing time or if only a small portion of the system is studied to simplify a calculation.
13. As you read, underline the uses of conceptual models.
13.As you read, underline the uses of conceptual models. Identifying patterns, similarities for classifications, processes that cannot be directly observed, predict the effect that changing one part of a system will have on the whole system.
15. Why is an actual car with realistic passengers needed to simulate the effects in a crash safety test?
15. Why is an actual car with realistic passengers needed to simulate the effects in a crash safety test? To obtain realistic data about crash safety, a real car is needed, as well as dummies that are similar to real people in size and weight.
16. Why do astronauts train using underwater simulations?
16. Why do astronauts train using underwater simulations? To practice spacewalking and working in a weightless environment on Earth before performing actual walks in space.
17. ___ Models always behave exactly like the thing they represent.
17. F Models always behave exactly like the thing they represent
18. ___ Computer modeling is useful for determining how objects interact with one another or change.
18. T Computer modeling is useful for determining how objects interact with one another or change.
19. ___ Complex objects or processes are easier to simulate.
19. F Complex objects or processes are easier to simulate.
20. ___ Conceptual models can represent a process that cannot be observed directly.
20. T Conceptual models can represent a process that cannot be observed directly.
1. Physical model A. Water cycle, rock cycle, family tree 2. Conceptual B. Chemical reaction, model population growth, sunspot activity 3. Mathematical C. Architectural model, model atomic structure, an artificial organ
1. C. Physical model A. Water cycle, rock cycle, family tree 2. A. Conceptual B. Chemical reaction, model population growth, sunspot activity 3. B. Mathematical C. Architectural model, model atomic structure, an artificial organ
4. What are three advantages of using conceptual models?
4. What are three advantages of using conceptual models? Conceptual models can be used to simplify complex relationships, to identify similarities that can be used for classification, and to describe processes that cannot be observed directly.
5. Models are often used to represent very small objects or very large objects. Why is it also useful to create life-size models of some objects?
5. Models are often used to represent very small objects or very large objects. Why is it also useful to create life-size models of some objects? Sometimes it is useful to have life-size models of real objects because the real object might be difficult or impossible to obtain.
6. List two advantages and two limitations of physical models?
6. List two advantages and two limitations of physical models? Advantages: easier, safer, and cheaper to work with Limitations: may not be an accurate representation, may not behave like it does in its normal environment.
7. Using the graph on page 103, what is the length of time between peaks in sunspot activity?
7. Using the graph on page 103, what is the length of time between peaks in sunspot activity? About 10 years (on average 11 years)
