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Adjust the overlap to compare probabilities. Using sliders, learners adjust the shape of two Gaussian curves. The interactive calculates the area of the left tail for one curve and the right tail for the other. Pupils set the interactive to simulate the results of a medical test and determine the probabilities of Type I and Type II errors.
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Instructional Ideas
- Conduct a lesson on fitting a normal curve based on the mean and standard deviation
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes pupils are familiar with the idea of area under a curve
- The class should understand Type I and Type II errors
- This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information
Pros
- Provides directions and descriptions on how to use the sliders to change the curves
- Includes links to other related resources
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- None