Kara Root

In this activity, students will roll two dice and record the sum. They then need to make a frequency table, histogram and find the probability of each sum. They are asked question throughout the activity to lead them. The second part is to then find the probability as a class for each of the sums. At the end, they need to figure out the theoretical probability and compare to their probability. I have used this activity with small and large groups. I like to tie in to the fact that the mo

In this experiment, the students learn about the basics of probability and what happens depending on the sample size. The students predict based on a sample what is in their bag and then find out if the are correct. Then using the actual data the students calculate probabilities based on individual, group and class results. They graph this information as well. There are questions along with this activity that ask why and get at their thinking. In the end they compare the class results wit