Basic introduction to Game of Life rules

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Mistercorzi
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Basic introduction to Game of Life rules

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There appear to be very few good basic video introductions to the Game of Life. I have created two "gentle" introductory videos intended for viewers who have absolutely no prior knowledge. They may be suitable for Mathematics Teachers who wish resources to explore the game as a recreational mathematics topic.
In the videos the rules are illustrated by clear visual examples using simple configurations. In the context of the game the meaning of the terms 'generation', 'neighbour', 'life', 'death' and 'birth' are clearly explained. An example of a 'still life' (a beehive) and an example of a cyclic configuration (a blinker) are illustrated. Viewers are invited to test their understanding at appropriate places.
I hope these are of use and would welcome constructive feedback.
Part 1: https://youtu.be/484FWxvO-Ro
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gIRBuHkVcLc
Hunting
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Re: Basic introduction to Game of Life rules

Post by Hunting »

Awesome. People should pay more attention on this.
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