Permutations and Combinations - Engaging Resources

PC&B SO1: Interesting Fundamental Counting Principle Problems
(Link: ToneMatrixAudiotool & Monoface)

Both of these websites provide interesting problems to introduce students to the fundamental counting principle.

Tone Matrix - AudioTool Click to turn on squares and listen to the different melodies. Space bar to restart. Ask students ... How many melodies are possible?   The question is simpler if you include the sound of silence as a melody.	Monoface Play around with all the different faces that can be made. Ask students ... How many different faces are possible? Clicking on "What do I do?" provides an answer. See if it's correct.

7 Processes focus:  Technology.  Visit the Technology Process page to explore more ways to incorporate Technology in your teaching.

PC&B SO2,3: Permutations & Combinations Websites
(Link:  JamesTanton & DaveMartin)

James Tanton & Dave Martin have websites with many resources and thoughts on teaching Permutations and Combinations.