Fractal Lesson Plans

Lesson plans are available from within the simulations. Select the simulation you are interested in, and then follow the Help/Info link for that simulation.

The Fractal Microscope --
Zoom in on the visually fascinating world of Mandelbrot and Julia sets, explore the algorithms used to create them, and learn about the mathematics behind the cool graphics.

• A Java version of the Fractal Microscope
• A version of the Fractal Microscope running on a remote server

The Snowflake Fractal Generator --
Create your own fractals with this tool that allows you to specify a "drawing rule" that the computer uses to make curves like the famous Koch Snowflake.

• A Java version of the Snowflake Fractal Generator
• A version of the Snowflake Fractal Generator running on a remote server

Sierpinski Gasket --
A tool for modeling the "Chaos Game', a simple, apparently random process with a not-so-random result. Allows you to change the rules and make your own fractals.

• A Java version of the Sierpinski Gasket
• A version of the Sierpinski Gasket running on a remote server