Class members use an applet on the Internet to simulate the spread of a disease. The simulation allows individuals to determine two nodes to vaccinate to limit the number of nodes infected. By running several simulations, scholars can assess the effectiveness of their plan. 

Concepts

epidemics, the flu, graphs, probability, social networking, networking, vaccinations, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Assign pupils nodes to vaccinate and compare the results
• Determine if there are two nodes to vaccinate that will always end up with the same number of infected nodes

Classroom Considerations

• Class members need a computer with Internet access
• The final installment of a four-part series

Pros

• The resource provides pointers on how the applet works
• The worksheet gives an organizational structure to running the applet

Cons

• The applet runs on JAVA and may not run on your browser

Common Core

HSS-ID.A.2