History of Probability

As a future math teacher, I believe it is important for students to see the history behind the math. The problem-solving skills and the methods used to solve the problems are what matters most. In real life, hardly ever are we given every variable of a problem we face. We have to push hard and work to find what is missing and only then can we really solve the problem. Two people may have chosen different ways of solving the problem in life and the same applies in math.

This webquest introduces students to the background information for the Data Analysis and Probability Standard for 9th Grade based on the Ohio Department of Education Standards.

Data Collection:  9.5.1 -Classify data as univariate (single variable) or bivariate (two variables) and as quantitative (measurement) or qualitative (categorical) data.

Statistical Methods: 9.5.3 -Analyze and interpret frequency distributions based on spread, symmetry, skewness, clusters and outliers. 9.5.4 - Describe and compare various types of studies (survey, observation, experiment), and identify possible misuses of statistical data.  9.5.6 -Make inferences about relationships in bivariant data, and recognize the difference between evidence of relationship (correlation) and causation.