What's an algorithm? - David J. Malan
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An
algorithm is a method of solving problems both big and
small. Though computers run algorithms constantly, humans can also solve
problems with algorithms. David J. Malan explains how algorithms can be
used in seemingly simple situations and also complex ones.
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2 Open Answer Questions Dig Deeper Learn More Discuss 1 Guided Discussion &
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2 Open Answer Questions Dig Deeper Learn More Discuss 1 Guided Discussion &
4 Open Discussions
In real life, why do you think people tend to count by 1s and 2s but not by 3s?
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Meet The Creators
- Composer Bart de Jong (of Men of Mega), Jasper ten Kleij (of Men of Mega)
- Educator David J. Malan
- Director Joyce Stenneke
- Narrator David J. Malan
