Northern Illinois University
The Mathematical Atlas: Probability Theory and Stocha
This site from the Northern Illinois University gives general background information on probability and also includes books and other websites that contain information on Probability.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Topic Summaries: Statistics
The topic summary outlines random variables and statistics. Some topics reviewed are normal distribution, Bernoulli trials, measures of central tendency, and variance. The resource consists of definitions, notes, and examples.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Independent and Dependent Events
Explains how to calculate the probabilities of independent and dependent events. Includes easy-to-follow examples.
Stanford University
Stanford University: Probability Experiment Applets
This site contains interactive probability experiments that allow you to practice concepts such as the Birthday Problem and the Traffic problem.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Archery
Use our interactivity to simulate picking up a bow and some arrows and trying to hit the target a few times. Can you work out the best settings for the sight? This activity gives an opportunity to gather and collate data, and to test...
Math Planet
Math Planet: The Mean, the Median, and the Mode
Gain an understanding of how to find the mean, median and mode by viewing examples and a video lesson. [2:22]
Math Planet
Math Planet: Combinations and Permutations
Gain an understanding of combinations and permutations by viewing an example and a video lesson. [1:15]
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Against All Odds: Inside Statistics
The video series shows students the relevance of statistics in real-world settings. The resource includes 26 half-hour videos. Topics include normal distributions, probability, random variables, experimental design, and describing data.
Missouri State University
Missouri State U.: Introductory Statistics: Concepts, Models, and Applications
This is a comprehensive online text about statistics which covers all the basic concepts.
Rice University
Hyper Stat Online Statistics Textbook
Many people cringe at the idea of studying statistics, but it doesn't have to be impossible! David M. Lane, Associate Professor of Psychology, Statistics, and Management at Rice University, offers a large collection of resources for the...
University of Hamburg
University of Hamburg: Deviations From Mendelian Laws And: What Is the Meaning of Dominance?
Upper level discussion of several of Mendel's experiments and laws.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: And vs. or Probability
The mathematics resource investigates probability using "and" and "or". Students learn about the topics through notes and examples. The tutorial consists of practice exercises to check for comprehension of the concepts.
US Department of Education
National Center for Education Statistics: Nces Classroom
Just what is the NCES Students' Classroom? In addition to many useful features, this site provides math and statistical activities tailored to a middle and elementary school students.
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Tea Statistics: Definitions of Statistics, Probability, Key Terms
An explanation of key terms and vocabulary used in the study of statistics and probability. Includes examples and practice exercises.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math; Introduction to Probability
A good introduction to concepts in probability, this page also gives a great definition of sample space. Scroll down halfway to find sample space.
Rice University
Hyper Stat Online Statistics Textbook: Mutually Exclusive Events
This resources offers a brief, one paragraph description of mutually exclusive events and gives an example for further clarification.
University of California
Geometry Junkyard: Randomness and Geometric Probability
This site contains information on the randomness and geometric probability. It includes several links for information, includes real life examples.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The General Multiplication Rule
An explanation with examples of how to calculate probabilities of two dependent or independent events by multiplying their probabilities. Two practice problems are provided along with their explanations.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Internet Mathematics Library
This site provides links to other math sites specializing in probability and statistics.
Other
Aus Race: Odds, Statistical Probability and Gambling
This interesting article explains gambling (both horse racing and casinos) in terms of probability. It takes a common sense approach, instead of a mathematical approach, to the topic.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Probability and Combinations
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is designed to help students understand probability and combinations. This flipchart includes games and activities to help illustrate the concept.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Comparing Probabilities
In this exercise, students practice comparing probabilities. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.
Other
Stat Soft: Getting Started With Statistics Concepts
Definitions of the basic concepts in statistics. Great for review and discussion or for introduction into topics.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Statistics: Normal Distributions Advanced
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept introduces students to the standard normal probability distribution.