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Direct linkCorbishley, Jeffrey B.; Truxaw, Mary P. – School Science and Mathematics, 2010
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics has set ambitious goals for the teaching and learning of mathematics that include preparing students for both the workplace and higher education. While this suggests that it is important for students to develop strong mathematical competencies by the end of high school, there is evidence to indicate…
Descriptors: Generalization, Mathematical Logic, Numeracy, Measurement Techniques
Peer reviewedMarkel, William D. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
The concept of statistical significance is explained, with specific numerical illustrations. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Research, Mathematical Concepts, Probability, Research Methodology
Peer reviewedHolmes, Allen H. – School Science and Mathematics, 1971
Descriptors: Activities, Mathematics, Probability, Resource Materials
Peer reviewedReys, Robert E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1978
This discussion of the results from the probability questions of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) identifies probability as an area of serious concern. (MP) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Interpretation).
Descriptors: Curriculum, Elementary Secondary Education, Instruction, Knowledge Level
Peer reviewedMcGalliard, William; Cooney, Thomas J. – School Science and Mathematics, 1979
The necessity for inferring and predicting in everyday life is discussed. Eight activities, ranging from sixth- to twelfth-grade levels, are suggested. (MK)
Descriptors: Activities, Basic Skills, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedCallihan, Hubert D.; Bell, Frederick H. – School Science and Mathematics, 1977
A survey of Pennsylvania secondary schools showed that relatively few (15 percent) schools offered probability and statistics regularly as a complete course and of those which did, the course was elected primarily by seniors. Reasons for the lack of offerings are analyzed. (DT)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Instruction, Mathematics Education, Probability
Peer reviewedDuncan, David R.; Litwiller, Bonnie H. – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
Methods of determining probabilities of various outcomes of the game Yahtzee are described. (SD)
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Games, Mathematical Applications, Probability
Peer reviewedCromer, Fred E. – School Science and Mathematics, 1976
The benefits of using computer simulations in teaching elementary probability topics are discussed. Sample probability problems suitable for simulation are suggested. (DT)
Descriptors: Computers, Instruction, Mathematics Education, Probability
Peer reviewedCrites, Terry – School Science and Mathematics, 1994
Examines ways to integrate a discussion of lotteries into a lesson on combinatorics and probability to enhance the teaching and learning of number sense. (Author/MKR)
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Lesson Plans, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedFast, Gerald R. – School Science and Mathematics, 1999
Investigates the effectiveness of utilizing analogies to effect conceptual change in students' alternative-probability concepts. Results indicate that analogies can be effective in producing desired conceptual change in high school students' probability concepts. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Cognitive Dissonance, Concept Formation, Grade 12
Peer reviewedCapraro, Mary Margaret; Kulm, Gerald; Capraro, Robert M. – School Science and Mathematics, 2005
A sample of 134 sixth-grade students who were using the Connected Mathematics curriculum were administered an open-ended item entitled, Vet Club (Balanced Assessment, 2000). This paper explores the role of misconceptions and naive conceptions in the acquisition of statistical thinking for middle grades students. Students exhibited misconceptions…
Descriptors: Grade 6, Probability, Misconceptions, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedWallace, Edward C. – School Science and Mathematics, 1985
Explains an application of matrix algebra which involves probability matrices and weather predictions. Using probabilities of sunny or cloudy weather students can determine the effect weather on day one will have on subsequent days. (DH)
Descriptors: Algebra, High Schools, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedKelly, Ivan W.; Bany, Bruce – School Science and Mathematics, 1984
A random arrangement of two contrasting colors in a 20x20 array is used to facilitate students' understanding of the notions of randomness, independence, and long-run frequency. It can also be used to test some prevalent errors in probabilistic reasoning. Three activities are described. (MNS)
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Materials, Middle Schools
Peer reviewedHarvey, John G. – School Science and Mathematics, 1975
A program is proposed for teaching statistics and probability to elementary school children. Task analysis is used to determine concept sequence and detailed behavioral objectives are specified. (CR)
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Curriculum, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedDuncan, David R.; Litwiller, Bonnie H. – School Science and Mathematics, 1976
Tables of life expectancy can provide data for use in a great variety of problems related to probability theory. (SD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Instruction, Learning Activities, Mathematical Applications
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