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Gemini can you adapt this so that the Average Total Cost shows a clearer "u-shaped" curve?

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Of course. I can adjust the underlying economic data in the simulation to make the "U-shaped" curve of the Average Total Cost more pronounced. This will provide a clearer visual illustration of the economic principles at play.

I've updated the fixed costs and the production schedule for the largest kitchen size. These changes will make the initial decrease in average costs (due to spreading fixed costs over more units) more dramatic, and the subsequent increase (due to diminishing marginal returns) more noticeable. This enhances the classic U-shape of the cost curve.

Here are the changes for you.

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Add an 'Auto-Pilot' button that automatically adjusts the number of chefs to meet the production goal, or to find the point of maximum efficiency (minimum average cost). Explain the economic strategy being employed when Auto-Pilot is active.

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Of course! I can add an "Auto-Pilot" feature to your pizzeria simulation.

This new feature will automatically adjust the number of chefs to achieve a specific economic objective. You'll be able to either find the most cost-effective way to meet your production goal or discover the point of maximum efficiency where the cost per pizza is at its absolute minimum. When Auto-Pilot is active, it will also explain the economic strategy it's using, providing a clear learning opportunity.

Here are the code changes to implement this feature.

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Can you change the Automate Strategy text. Instead, make it read "Strategy. Let's find the optimal number of chefs so that the lowest average unit cost is calculated"

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Of course! I can update the text for you to make the purpose of the "Strategy" section clearer. Here are the changes.

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Can you advise me how to "share" this with my learners - I would like to publish this on my Moodle course?

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Of course! That's an excellent way to use this simulation for your learners. Since this is a self-contained web application, sharing it is quite straightforward. Here are a few ways you can do it, from the simplest and most recommended to more advanced options.

The Easiest & Best Method: Publish to a Free Hosting Service

The most professional and reliable way to share this is to host it on a free static web hosting service. This will give you a stable public link that you can easily share or embed in Moodle. It will work flawlessly for your students on any device with a web browser.

Why this is the best option:

  • It's free: Services like Netlify, Vercel, and GitHub Pages offer generous free tiers perfect for this kind of project.

  • It's fast: These services are optimized to serve web content quickly all over the world.

  • It's reliable: Your app will always be online and available.

  • Easy to embed: You get a clean URL that Moodle can handle perfectly.

How to do it (using Netlify as an example):

  1. Download the Files: First, you'll need the files for your app. For your convenience, here they are:

    • index.html

    • index.tsx

    • metadata.json

  2. Create a Folder: Place all three files into a single folder on your computer. You can name it something like pizzeria-simulator.

  3. Sign up for Netlify: Go to Netlify.com and sign up for a free account.

  4. Drag and Drop: Once you're logged into your Netlify dashboard, you can literally drag the pizzeria-simulator folder from your computer and drop it onto the deployment area on their website.

  5. Publish! Netlify will automatically build and deploy your site in a matter of seconds. It will then provide you with a public URL, something like https://unique-name-12345.netlify.app.

How to add it to Moodle:

  • As a URL Resource: In your Moodle course, click "Add an activity or resource," select "URL," and simply paste the Netlify link you just created. This is the simplest way.

  • Embedded in a Page (Recommended for a seamless experience): For a more integrated feel, you can embed the simulator directly within a Moodle page.

    1. Add a "Page" resource in Moodle.

    2. In the page content editor, click the "HTML" or "</>" button to switch to the code view.

    3. Paste the following code, replacing the src with your Netlify URL:

      Html
          <p>Interact with the Pizzeria Simulator below to learn about key economic principles!</p>
      <div style="width: 100%; height: 800px; border: 1px solid #ccc; overflow: hidden; resize: vertical;">
        <iframe 
          src="https://your-netlify-app-url.netlify.app" 
          style="width: 100%; height: 100%; border: none;"
          title="Pizzeria Production Simulator">
        </iframe>
      </div>
        

Alternative Method: Zipping the Files

You could also zip the folder containing the three files and upload it to Moodle as a "File" resource.

Why this is NOT recommended:

  • Poor User Experience: Students would have to download the zip file, extract it on their own computer, and then open the index.html file locally. This is a lot of extra steps and can be confusing.

  • Potential Security Issues: Modern browsers have security restrictions that can sometimes prevent locally opened files from running JavaScript correctly, which could break the simulation.

Given the ease and benefits of the first method, I highly recommend publishing it to a free host. It will provide a much smoother and more professional experience for your learners.

Let me know if you have any other questions

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