Using the Game of Mastermind to Teach, Practice, and Discuss Scientific Reasoning Skills

Amy R Strom and Scott Barolo

PLOS Biology, 2011, vol. 9, issue 1, 1-3

Abstract: The code-breaking game Mastermind, which can be played in minutes at no cost, creates opportunities for students to discuss scientific reasoning, hypothesis-testing, effective experimental design, and sound interpretation of results.

Date: 2011
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