Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Playing With Probability Some Simple Scenarios
Exposure to this concept now is both fun and engaging AND a crucial step toward building a foundation for deeper, long-term understanding.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Wheel of Fortune's Frequent Letters
Did you know that letter guessing on Wheel of Fortune is based on probability? In this challenge taken from one of TV's most popular game shows, discover what consonant or vowel should be guessed next based on letters already given. A...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Figure This: Misaddressed Mail
Try this probability challenge from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families series. See if you can figure out the probability of putting three checks in the correct envelopes without looking. Also, discover how probability skills are used...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Math: Probability: Identify Outcomes
This site provides great practice on the concept of finding the number of outcomes of an event. Students can first learn about the topic by watching a step by step instruction video that also points out areas of concern. Finally,...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Math: Probability: Tree Diagrams
This site provides great practice on the concept of tree diagrams. Students can first learn about the topic by watching a step by step instruction video that also points out areas of concern. Finally, students can practice their...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Experimental Probability
This site gives a short interactive quiz which allows students to self-assess their understanding of the concept of experimental probability.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tool: Quiz on Probability and Odds
The online quiz assesses the students on probability and odds. Learners show understanding of advanced mathematical concepts.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tool: Quiz on Conditional Probability
Learners demonstrate comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts. The questions check understanding on conditional probability.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Hs Statistics & Probability: Using Probability to Make Decisions
Learn about probability concepts with fun learning games including Algebra II Jeopardy, Deal or No Deal, Decisions Decisions, Show Time, Playin' against All Odds, and more.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Probability and Statistics
Mini lessons are provided for learning concepts in the world of probability and statistics. Topics include counting and probability, permutations, combinations, independent and dependent events, and distributions. Links to online...
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.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Basic Statistics & Probability: Basic Probability
The mathematics resource investigates basic probability. 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: 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.
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 plan introduces the student to the concept of probability. Students will explore the meaning of theoretical and experimental probability by viewing interactive websites. A lab activity will be performed using cooperative...
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 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 probability.This...