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The Cryptoclub

Using Mathematics to Make and Break Secret Codes
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Join the Cryptokids as they apply basic mathematics to make and break secret codes. This book has many hands-on activities that have been tested in both classrooms and informal settings. Classic coding methods are discussed, such as Caesar, substitution, Vigenere, and multiplicative ciphers as well as the modern RSA. Math topics covered include: - Addition and Subtraction with, negative numbers, decimals, and percentages - Factorization - Modular Arithmetic - Exponentiation - Prime Numbers - Frequency Analysis The accompanying workbook provides students with problems related to each section to help them master the concepts introduced throughout the book. A PDF version is available at no charge on the download tab, a printed workbook is available for $14.00 (K00701). The teacher manual can be requested from the publisher by contacting .

Author Biography:

Janet Beissinger is a research assistant professor at the University of Illinois, Chicago's Institute for Mathematics and Science Education. She helped develop the widely used Math Trailblazers curriculum for grades K-5. Vera Pless, also a professor at UIC, is the author of Introduction to Coding Theory and has published over 100 papers.
Release date Australia
November 8th, 2006
Audience
  • Tertiary Education (US: College)
Pages
200
Dimensions
204x229x10
ISBN-13
9781568812236
Product ID
2548345

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