LESSON PLANS – Unit 7 Probability of Simple and Compound Events (Week 1)
Periods 2nd, 3rd & 4th - Math Reg 7th
Week of 12/8/14-12/12/14
Learning Goal(s): Students will understand and apply the methods of probability to
develop and utilize sample space, compare Experimental and Theoretical
Probabilities, develop and use graphic organizers, use information from simulations
for predictions, and expand their knowledge of probability with simple events on to
compound events.
Vocabulary: Additive Inverse:
Objective(s): This unit begins with the foundational understandings related to simple
probability (e.g. chance, randomness, relative frequency, probability models). Students
extend their learning to include compound events.
References and Resources: Textbook Chapter 9-1, 9-2, 9-6; Engage NY Module 5
Lesson 1-7; CPALMS, Illustrative mathematics
Standards: MAFS.7.SP.3.5 (DOK 1), MAFS.7.SP.3.6 (DOK 3), MAFS.7.SP.3.7a (DOK 3),
MAFS.7.SP.3.7b (DOK 3), MAFS.7.SP.3.8a (DOK 3), MAFS.7.SP.3.8b (DOK 3),
MAFS.7.SP.3.8c (DOK 3), MAFS.7.RP.1.3 (DOK 3), MAFS.K12.MP.3.1,
MAFS.K12.MP.4.1, MAFS.K12.MP.5.1, MAFS.K12.MP.6.1
Monday
Tuesday
I DO:
Lead discussion on
probability and
the likelihood of
events
I DO:
Probability Power
Point
Agenda:
WE
DO:
Group work on
separating various
items into their
likelihood on the
0-1 scale
Practice finding
probability
“Engage NY” mod
5 Lesson 1
Wednesday
Explain experimental
probability activity
and its importance
I DO:
Find the theoretical
probability events
WE
DO:
First Assessment –
see what you
know already
YOU
DO:
Theoretical
Probability
discussion
Theoretical and
Experimental
Probability
YOU
DO:
Learn difference
b/w sample space
and outcome
Find probability of
various simple and
compound events
Worksheet 9-4 page
495 problems 1-4
Teacher: J. Williams
WE
DO:
YOU
DO:
Start with coin toss
experiment where
class sits if they are
wrong (hands on
head for heads,
hands behind back
for tails) perimental
Probability Explained
and
Calculate
probabilities for
various situations
Worksheet 9-2 page
477 problems 1-4
Thursday
I DO:
WE
DO:
YOU
DO:
Clear up
misconceptions on
probabilities
Perform and
experiment to see
the relationship
between theoretical
probability and
experimental
probability
Toss penny several
times and chart the
frequency
Create tree
diagrams based on
theoretical
probability of
events
Friday
I DO:
Discuss Tree
Diagrams and
Fundamental
Counting Principle
WE
DO:
Practice creating
tree diagrams
YOU
DO:
Perform
experiments and
right down the
probability of each
event.
Essential Questions:
Higher Order
Thinking Question:
Homework/
Reteach/Relearn:
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Why must the numeric
probability of an event be
between 0 and 1?
How can you determine the
likelihood that an event will
occur?
How are theoretical
probabilities used to make
predictions or decisions?
What is the difference
between theoretical and
experimental probability?
What does probability mean?
When is a tree diagram
beneficial?
What is the relationship
between experimental and
theoretical probabilities?
What is the relationship
between experimental and
theoretical probabilities?
Complete worksheet 9-1 if
needed
Complete worksheet 9-4 if
needed
Complete worksheet 9-2 if
needed
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ESE MODIFICATIONS:
Vary presentations of subject matter.
Cooperative learning.
Extra time.
Provide outlines/notes of key concepts and ideas.
Modified assignments, quizzes, and tests.
Breakdown lesson into smaller segments-“chunking.”
Specialized grading criteria.
Modified/supplementary materials.
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ELL (ESOL) MODIFICATIONS:
Context clues (gestures, expression, and body language).
Multiple media to provide different stimuli
Individualized instruction/assistance.
Peer tutoring and Small Group Instruction.
Visual and audiovisual aids
Adjust or shorten assignments.
Alternative assessments.
Adapt text materials to facilitate comprehension.
Build on student’s existing knowledge.
Modify speech
What is the difference
between theoretical and
experimental probability?
What is the relationship
between experimental and
theoretical probabilities?
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