Discussion questions

First, look at the Hasseloffian recursion. Really look at it. For a while. Now answer the following questions.

1. I showed the Hasseloffian recursion to my logic students while explain the concept of a recursive definition. Is this good pedagogy?

2. The president of my university just announced a policy which allows him to monitor all use of university computers for obscenity, indecency, or whatever he sees fit to worry about. Should I worry that the Hasseloffian recursion is a potential violation of the university’s acceptable use policy?

3. I am still snickering about the Hasseloffian recursion, 24 hours after I first saw it. Do I have the emotional maturity of a twelve year old?