Theoretical and Experimental Probability
Vocabulary
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Outcomes Independent event Dependent event Theoretical Probability
Lesson Plan
Engage
1. Obtain a blank spinner from the Engage Activity Master.
2. Play the video, pausing as necessary.
3. Discuss possible solutions with your partner or group.
4. Share your prediction and reasoning with the class.
Explore
1. Obtain an Explore Activity Sheet and number cubes.
2. Play the video, pausing as necessary.
3. Collect data using the Explore Activity Master.
4. Resume the video to debrief the Explore.
5. Share your solutions and reasoning with the class.
6. View possible answers: Explore Activity Answer Sheet.
7. Record your conclusions in your Math Journal.
Explain
1. Play the video. Pause the video to allow time to work on the Explain Activity Sheet.
2. Display the Explain Activity Answer Sheet if desired.
3. Resume the video to complete a foldable graphic organizer.
4. Paste or tape the foldable graphic organizer into your Math Journal.
5 Complete the Explain Independent Practice Activity.
6. Display the Explain Independent Practice Answers if desired.
Elaborate
1. Play the video. Pause the video to complete the Elaborate Activity Sheet.
2. Share your solutions and reasoning with the class.
3. Display the Elaborate Activity Sheet Answers if desired.
4. Record your conclusions in your Math Journal.
Evaluate
1. Display the questions or provide a printed copy of the Evaluation Questions for each student.
2. Use the Evaluate Answer Key as necessary.
Independent Practice
After the Evaluate questions, try some Independent Practice.
Check your Answers.
Lesson Quiz
As a summative assessment, use the Lesson Quiz.
The Lesson Quiz Answer Key shows correct answers and contains a TEKS alignment for each question.