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Title:

Code Crackers

Url:

https://illuminations.nctm.org/unit.aspx?id=6045

Publisher:

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Description: This math unit from Illuminations introduces students to the concepts of cryptology and coding. It includes two lessons, which cover the Caesar Cipher and the Vignere Cipher. Students will learn to encode and decode messages using these ciphers. This unit is intended for grades 9-12; each lesson should take one class period to complete.

LC Classification:

Bibliography. Library science. Information resources (General) -- Books (General). Writing. Paleography -- Writing -- Cryptography -- Ciphers
Science -- Mathematics -- Algebra -- Problems, exercises, examinations
Science -- Mathematics -- Algebra -- Study and teaching. Research

GEM Subject:

Mathematics -- Instructional issues
Mathematics -- Algebra

Key Concept:

Mathematics -- Algebra

Resource Type:

Instructional Material
Instructional Material -- Model
Instructional Material -- Demonstration
Instructional Material -- Lesson/Lesson Plan
Instructional Material -- Interactive Simulation
Instructional Material -- Instructor Guide/Manual

Format:

Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator
Learner

Education Level:

High School

Language:

English

Rights:

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Access Rights:

Free access

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