Secrets of the Lost Number Walls
Offered By: Mathologer via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of number walls in this 37-minute video lecture. Delve into a beautiful yet lesser-known corner of mathematics as the instructor guides you through the intricacies of this topic. Begin with an introduction to number walls, then progress through chapters covering what's in a wall, the number wall oracle, and how walls have windows. Witness captivating animations of the Pagoda sequence before tackling zero problems and determinants. Conclude with a mesmerizing animation sequence set to music. Along the way, gain insights into linear recurrence, characteristic polynomials, and the connections between number walls and other mathematical concepts. Perfect for math enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge into an intriguing and underexplored area of mathematics.
Syllabus
Intro.
Chapter 1: What's in a wall.
Chapter 2: Number wall oracle.
Chapter 3: Walls have windows.
Animations of Pagoda sequence.
Chapter 4: Zero problems.
Chapter 5: Determinants.
Animation sequence with music.
Thank you :).
Taught by
Mathologer
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