PUZZLE 3: BINARY
In this puzzle...
Binary is a way of representing information using just two options: 0 and 1. In computational thinking, binary is important because computers, which are at the heart of computational processes, use this system to understand and process information.
Think of binary as a light switch that can be either on (1) or off (0). Computers use tiny switches called transistors that can be in one of these two states to represent data and perform calculations.
In computational thinking, understanding binary is crucial because it's the foundation of how computers work. It's like learning the ABCs of computer language, and it helps people communicate with and program computers effectively.
OPTION ONE:
If you are providing your own physical duck for students to investigate:
Rubber Duck Binary (1).pdfOPTION TWO:
If you do not have your own duck, and would like to use our provided image:
Rubber Duck Binary- duck image included (1).pdfPUZZLE 3: BINARY
Rubber Duck Binary Activity BREAKOUT ROOM PUZZLE
SOLUTION: 0101
PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME:
Print out either the Rubber Duck Binary or Rubber Duck Binary- image included worksheet in color.
If using a real life oversized rubber duck, place it somewhere it can be spotted in the room.
Students will determine if each statement is true or false by either looking at the duck in real life or using the provided image on the worksheet.
(OPTIONAL) - If you are using a large rubber duck, decorate the duck in whatever way you want! You can modify the true false statements to reflect your duck’s decor.
TO COMPLETE THE PUZZLE:
After determining if each statement is true or false, students will need to utilize the binary system of 1 or 0. Statements that are “True” should be assigned 1 and statements that are “False” should be assigned 0.
When they have correctly translated their true/false statement, they will use the code 0101 for the four-digit lock.
Canva Template- Rubber Duck Binary