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Kazak, Sibel; Pratt, Dave – Research in Mathematics Education, 2021
We examine the challenges of teaching probability through the use of modelling. We argue how an integrated modelling approach might facilitate a coordinated understanding of distribution by marrying theoretical and data-oriented perspectives and present probability as more connected to the social lives of modern-day students. Research is, however,…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction, Faculty Development, Probability
Nathan, Mitchell J.; Kim, Suyeon; Grant, Timothy S. – Wisconsin Center for Education Research (NJ3), 2009
We compared the structure of discussions in a middle school mathematics classroom before (Year 1) and after (Year 2) teacher participation in professional development activities aimed at enhancing students' participation and the co-construction of mathematical ideas. Changes in the role of teacher and student were accompanied by identifiable…
Descriptors: Teacher Participation, Faculty Development, Middle School Students, Secondary School Mathematics