Some learners are independent, while others are dependent on lessons like these! An instructional video  discusses the difference between independent and dependent events when calculating a probability. The lesson begins with vocabulary instruction and then shows examples of calculating both independent and dependent compound probabilities.

Concepts

independent events, dependent events, probability, compound events

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils take notes as they watch the lesson, recording new vocabulary in a graphic organizer
• Discuss the independent practice problems as a class after giving pupils time to consider them on their own

Classroom Considerations

• Expects proficiency with calculating simple probabilities

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes problems for learners to try after each example
• Provides an option for auto translate to support English learners

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 HSS-CP.A.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7