Probability Simulation in Middle School.

Lappan, Glenda; Winter, M. J.

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Publication Date: 1980-Sep

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Probability Simulation in Middle School.

Lappan, Glenda; Winter, M. J.

Mathematics Teacher, v73 n6 p446-49 Sep 1980

Two simulations designed to teach probability to middle-school age pupils are presented. The first simulates the one-on-one foul shot simulation in basketball; the second deals with collecting a set of six cereal box prizes by buying boxes containing one toy each. (MP)

Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Experiential Learning, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Materials, Middle Schools, Probability, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics

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Language: English

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