The Middle School Math Guide to Experimental Probability
In this one-time class, students will explore theoretical and experimental probability as well as create and conduct an experiment using dice.
Carrie Weber
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(120)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this class, students will learn: Big Idea: experimental probability is the result of actually conducting an experiment Vocabulary: probability; theoretical probability; experimental probability Skill: find the theoretical probability of simple events; plan and conduct an experiment We will start with practice finding the theoretical probability of given events. Then we will plan an experiment using dice and conduct the experiment. We will also explore the Fundamental Counting Principle and the Law of Large Numbers. If times allows, we will play Blooket to gain practice with finding probability. I believe that all students can learn math to the highest level with enough support, perseverance and effort. In this class, as well as all of my others, I hope to help students to believe in themselves and to understand that being challenged in math is a good thing. This is how their brains grow! I will encourage participation throughout the class and students may answer out loud or using the private chat if they are not comfortable sharing out loud. I will also encourage participation through interactive activities that will engage all of the students.
Learning Goals
In this class, students will learn:
Big Idea: experimental probability is the result of actually conducting an experiment
Vocabulary: probability; theoretical probability; experimental probability
Skill: find the theoretical probability of simple events; plan and conduct an experiment
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper and pencil and two dice for this class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2020
4.9
120reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Hello! My name is Carrie and I am excited to share my love of math with students here on Outschool. I believe that building students’ confidence in mathematics is key to their success in future classes. My goal is to help each student gain a full understanding of the prerequisite concepts taught in middle school which will then lead to confidence and success in their high school math courses. I want my students to know that math can be fun and rewarding. I’ve always related solving math problems to completing puzzles: they can be challenging but enjoyable to work through. I hope to share this belief with my students.
Previously, as a public school teacher, I taught several different age groups and subjects. I started in 4th grade and taught all four core subjects. After two years, I chose to try something new and moved to 6th grade. I spent 6 years teaching special education with a focus on math and science. While I loved working with students with special needs, I learned that my true passion was teaching math so I began to teach 7th grade mathematics. I continued to work with students with special needs in my collaborative classes but I also enjoyed working with students of varying levels, including advanced students. Eventually, I decided to leave the public school system and homeschool my high school aged daughter. I also taught my homeschooled nephew 6th grade math as well as pre-algebra. Currently, I am back in the public school system and teach 7th grade math again. I currently hold a Virginia teaching license and am licensed to teach Elementary (PK – 6), General Special Education (K – 12), and Middle School Math (6 – 8).
As an Outschool teacher, I offer full curriculum 6th and 7th grade FLEX math classes. These courses (4 units each) cover all of the topics required for 6th and 7th grade. These courses are designed to be a starting point & guide for homeschooling families. They are also useful for supplementing and enriching the math classes that students enrolled in public schools take.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and our cat, reading, gardening, vacationing, and going to concerts and movies.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 15 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
1-6 learners per class
