"String theory" in science lessons: the investigation of a notoriously knotty problem

摘要: Conveying the scope and power of scientific method in an engaging accessible way is a major challenge science education. I show how well-known (and irksome) phenomenon knotting flex, cord similarly "stringy" objects provides unusual opportunity for students to gain experience with cutting-edge mathematics, experimental design data analysis. describe nationwide schools project investigate which led confirmation so-called Loop Conjecture, give suggestions further investigations.