Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: Compound Events
The probability resource investigates compound events. Students learn about the topic through notes and examples. The tutorial consists of practice exercises to check for comprehension of the concept.
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Math a Review 1
This StudyCards stack enables students to review concepts in algebra, arithmetic, and geometry, in preparation for the Math A Exam held in New York. They solve problems involving scientific notation, factoring, linear equations, rate of...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Probability What Are the Odds?
This lesson introduces the student to the concept of probability. Learners will explore the meaning of theoretical and experimental probability by viewing interactive websites. A lab activity will be performed using cooperative learning...
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Quiz: Sets and Counting
The online quiz assesses student comprehension of math concepts. The quiz consists of true/false questions about sets and counting.
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Quiz: Random Variables and Statistics
The online quiz assesses student comprehension of math concepts. The quiz consists of true/false questions about random variables and statistics.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: Factorials
The probability resource investigates factorials. Students learn about the topic through notes and examples. The tutorial consists of practice exercises to check for comprehension of the concept.
California State University
Cal State San Bernardino: Intro to Probability Models
The concept of random variables comes to life with this Applet used to roll one, two, six, or nine dice. The user selects the number of rolls to be completed, and the program quickly counts and graphs the results.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Who Wins the Game?
A math challenge for the basketball enthusiast. This NCTM Math Challenges for Families activity focuses on the concept of probability. Test your problem solving aptitude as you try to figure out who will probably win the game.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Combination Locks
If you're good with numbers, then here's a challenge just for you. See if you can figure out how many three number combinations you can make using numbers from 0 to 39. A probability challenge that explores number arrangements. Taken...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Matching Birth Months
Here's a interesting challenge! Out of six people in a room, what is the probability that everyone was born in a different month? An investigation that explores the probability of an event occurring. Discover how this skill is used in...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Maybe Maybe Not
This is a beginning lesson plan on the concept of probability. Through a series of informal comparisons, the student will explore the chances of various outcomes of an event. The student will use vocabulary associated with...
Ministry of Education and Universities of the Region of Murcia (Spain)
Ministerio De Educacion Y Ciencia: El Azar Y La Probabilidad.
In Spanish. This is an interactive activity which introduces the basic concepts of probability theory. This unit ends with a first look at the probability of compound events.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Data: Listing Possible Outcomes From a Single Event
Students learn about the concept of outcomes by exploring a tutorial. They can then test their knowledge by taking a ten question assessment that increases in difficulty as they correctly answer questions.
Mangahigh
Mangahigh: Data: Listing All Possible Outcomes
Students learn about the concept of possible outcomes by exploring a tutorial. They can then test their knowledge by taking a ten question assessment that increases in difficulty as they correctly answer questions.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Vcr
This resource presents an interesting challenge for the serious mathematician with strong reasoning skills. Explore proportional reasoning, probabilities, fractions, and ratios in this challenge to figure out if you always get six hours...
Microsoft
Microsoft Education Lesson Plan: Candy Is Dandy
Explore color distribution of M&M candies using this detailed lesson plan. An engaging integrated activity that requires understanding of spreadsheets and formulas, and logical reasoning. Links to related websites.
BBC
Bbc Skillswise: Percent and Fractions: Ratio and Proportion
Activities and factsheets exploring ratios and proportions in everyday life. Interactive, colorful, and fun.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: Basic Counting Principle
The probability resource investigates the basic counting principle. Students learn about the topic through notes and examples. The tutorial consists of practice exercises to check for comprehension of the concept.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: Scatter Plots & Correlation
The statistics resource explores scatter plots and correlation. Students learn about the concepts through notes and detailed examples. The resource consists of practice exercises to check for comprehension of the topics.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Discrete Mathematics Project: What're the Odds?
This is an activity that may be instructive when trying to learn the concept of "odds" and how they are found.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Combinations
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of combinations.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Permutations
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of permutations.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Counting Outcomes
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of counting outcomes.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Sample Space
Learn and practice the concept of sample spaces. Features include a teacher resource page.