Modeling and Simulation Module 1: Lesson 1 Introduction to Complex Adaptive Systems and Computer Modeling and Simulation
Walk & Turn Activity Simple Rules You are an agent Form a circle (or not) Turn to face the person on your left Close your eyes and take three steps in that heading
Walk & Turn Computer Model Web-based StarLogo Nova Platform What is the relationship between the computer model and the real world? What was included and what was missing from the computer model of Walk & Turn? What are models good for?
Setup and Forever blocks
Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) video “Introduction to Complex Systems” eCQ
Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS)
Terms to Remember Agent Simple rules Heading Iteration Prediction Emergent patterns Scatter Initial conditions Outcome Phenomenon Adaptive