Why Can't Math Be Fun

Let your students loose playing with probability in the context of the TV game show Deal or No Deal. The students' goal is to work together to find out how the bank uses probability to give offer deals to buy the contestant's case as more values are revealed throughout the game. Included is a prompt for the students, a lesson plan, and a exel spreadsheet (blank and filled in) so the students can analyze many episodes easily.

For 7th, 8th, or pre-algebra students learning how simple interest works by using simple interest. This activity can be done individually, but is more effective in groups. This product includes the PDF file of the activity, the LaTeX file that can be edited to tweak the activity on a LaTeX editor (I use Overleaf.com), and the powerpoint that corresponds with the instruction prior to the activity. This activity takes the prospective of an investor. If you have questions please let me know.

This document is a FULL description to a hybrid grading policy. The grading policy is a hybrid between standards-based grading, and the standard system. Students must show proficiency, and they get multiple attempts to show proficiency, but they are also hurt by not mastering the material in a timely manner. This combination connects standards based grading with accountability. Students are given three attempts to show proficiency of the contents in class, and a fourth attempt outside of class o

For 7th, 8th, or pre-algebra students learning how simple interest works by using simple interest. This activity can be done individually, but is more effective in groups. This is the powerpoint that corresponds with the "Simple Interest Activity." This takes the prospective of an investor.