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The Probabilistic Abacus
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Engel, Arthur – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1975
The author describes a new graphing algorithm for computing probabilities, and presents problems for these algorithms for use in the classroom. (SD)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computation, Diagrams, Elementary Secondary Education
Misconceptions of Probability: An Experiment with a Small-Group, Activity-Based, Model Building Approach to Introductory Probability at the College Level
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Shaughnessy, J. Michael – Educational Studies in Mathematics, 1977
The author presents an approach to the teaching of undergraduate introductory probability and statistics. He also presents experimental evidence that suggests the approach helps students rely upon probability theory in making estimates for the likelihood of events rather than rely upon heuristic principles which may bias probability estimates. (MN)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Educational Research, Experiential Learning, Grouping (Instructional Purposes)