Instructional Video

A Hierarchy of Infinities

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What's larger than infinity? Infinity plus one! Scholars learn about the different levels of infinity in the video that uses bijections as a way to show infinite sets as being the same size. They also and see that the  set of real numbers and the set of natural numbers are different in size.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have learners conduct a web quest on Cantor for a journal entry
Classroom Considerations
  • Note that the video uses a definition of natural numbers that includes zero
  • It is helpful if individuals already know about bijections
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Clear explanations make the concept easier to understand
  • Graphics promote understanding
Cons
  • None