Foundation Probability
This list is a set of resources for the teaching of foundation probability. It begins with an introduction of the subject with many good example questions. A class example is used to ensure relevance for pupils. An excelled A4 chart for probability with decimals, fractions and percentages. Next comes the introduction of a single event with sixteen questions and fully worked solutions. After this is the introduction of two events which covers both tree diagrams and Venn diagrams.
Finally two games are used to give feedback of the knowledge gained. One involves a mystery with algebraic knowledge needed and secondly a game of 'Higher and Lower' where students can compete to win.
This list gives an introduction to probability for foundation students.
Handling Data 2
Introducing Probability.
It begins with a scale with 0 as impossible and 1 as certain with 0.5 as a half chance before introducing the examples given in this superb introduction. This can be found on page 21 of this resource. On page 26 is a wonderful page of Probability rulers that can be printed out and either pinned on a teacher's wall or given to pupils and used during the introduction of probability. A class example is used and hence relevant to pupils. Probability lines are drawn and the colourful picturtes of students make this an appealing resource to use for foundation classes.
Probability
Probability of a single event
Starting on page 126 of this resource are good questions for the probability of a single event with the fundamental equation. Each question has a fully worked solution. Sixteen examples give a full workout for your students.
Probability of two events
Starting on page 134 Seventeen questions and worked solutions cover the probability of two events, this covers both tree diagrams and Venn diagrams so with sufficient questions to select just the most suitable ones for a class.
Probability Mystery
Probability Game
This game involves 6 friends who enter a race, students have 14 cards with information to solve the mystery of who wins, comes second etc. To solve this puzzle ensure the students have a good grasp of algebra and solving equations. It is an excellent way to team up students and give a prize for the winning team.
