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Giving the cs4fn 'Magic of Computer Science' school talk
This page contains resources for anyone wanting to give the cs4fn 'Magic of Computer Science' talk in schools.
Summary
Our interactive magic show is a real magic show where we not only teach the audience the tricks (after they have tried to work out how they work) but also use them to explain a range of computer science ideas. The show appeals to a wide audience, and highlights how maths and computer science make the 'magic' of modern technology work.
Suitability
This talk has been given successfully with strong feedback to a a wide range of age groups from Year 7 (age 11-12) to Year 13 (age 17-18) and adults. It has also been given to all female, all male and mixed male-female groups.
Time allowed
We normally give 60 minute shows. It can expand to any length of time just by adding (or removing) tricks. In a normal 60 minute show we might expect to do 3 or 4 tricks with explanations.
Resources
A wide range of tricks and explanations can be found in our two free magic books and on the cs4fn website - so you can build your own show from your favourite tricks.
You will need at least a pack of cards. Depending on the tricks chosen you may need other simple resources.
The slides as a ppt [LARGE FILE] - under development Magic Book I and II Related articles from the cs4fn archiveCredits
This talk was written by Paul Curzon of Queen Mary, University of London as part of the cs4fn project with support from EPSRC and Google.
