Articles for October 2020

A small change

Published on October 27, 2020October 26, 2020 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com

Making it harder

We ponder the question of just what makes a math problem difficult.

Starting from here

Published on October 20, 2020October 19, 2020 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com

Using a simplistic idea

We consider a way to use something so simplified that it’s wrong.

Multiple-choice History

Published on October 13, 2020October 13, 2020 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com

Making it simple

Our tutor ponders the trade-off between accuracy and simplicity in teaching.

Windowsill Tai Chi

Published on October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 by fivecolorssandt@icloud.com

Another way of looking

Our photographer explores one of the changes brought about by the virus.