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Forest Fires and Percolation	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Activity	[0]
This activity explains and helps students understand probability and chaos by having them work with the Blaze applet. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Law of Large Numbers Activity	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Activity	[0]
This is part I of a heterogeneous activity that demonstrates the theory and applications of the Law of Large Numbers (LLN). Part II of this activity contains more examples and diverse experiments. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
The Lottery Game	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Activity	[1]
Students learn more about probability and randomness. Try to understand the principles behind the coin toss and answer the questions provided. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
The One-Dimensional Random Wal...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Activity	[0]
Students learn about randomness, probability, and the bell-shaped curve in this activity based on the Random Walk applet. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
The Two-Dimensional Random Wal...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Activity	[0]
Students can learn more about randomness, probability, and the bell-shaped curve with this activity based on the Random Walk in 2-D applet. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Generating a Sequence	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	TI-82	Activity	[0]
These instructions, for using the sequence command to generate either a specific sequence, or a series of pseudo-random numbers, include questions and answers for testing students' understanding. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Random Numbers from the Home S...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	TI-82	Activity	[0]
A guide to generating pseudo-random numbers in specified ranges on your TI-82 (with a note about the TI-83 version). Includes practice questions for students, with answers. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
How Random!	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	TI-Nspire	Activity	[0]
In this activity, students use simulations and graphs to explore the common-sense notion that repeatedly ﬂipping a coin results in �heads up� about half of the time. First, students simulate an... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Biased Rectangles?	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Fathom	Lesson Plan	[1]
Students explore one example of how bias affects the mean. This simulation increases students' understanding of the significance of sample size on the calculation of the mean. Exploring t... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Polyhedra Discussion	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Calculator	Support Material	[0]
Questions about dice lead to a discussion of polyhedra and geometric probability. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Random Number Generators Dialo...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Calculator	Support Material	[0]
Different methods for random fair choice between several numbers. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Furbles	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Flash	Tool	[2]
Furbles are fun and engaging creatures for use on interactive whiteboards with students of all ages. They were originally designed for statistics, probability and logic to teach students about char... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Random	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Flash	Tool	[0]
Discover that randomness is a process in which the outcomes of an experiment all have the same chance of happening. This resource includes a lesson, simulation, and question set. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Stay or Switch? - The Monty Ha...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Flash	Tool	[1]
Players choose one of three doors to experimentally determine the odds of winning the grand prize behind one of the doors, as in the TV program "Let's Make a Deal." This site provides a variety of "ex... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
A Better Fire!	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[3]
See the chaos theory played out in forest fire simulations. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Advanced Monty Hall	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[1]
Students choose one of "n" (where n can be 1-10) doors to experimentally determine the odds of winning the grand prize behind one of the doors, as in the TV program "Let's Make a Deal." More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Blaze	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[0]
Students do a simulation of a forest burning down where they are able to control the density of the forest while learning about probability and chaos. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Buffon's Coin Experiment	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[0]
Simulates the probability of a coin, dropped at random on a checkerboard, landing fully within a square. Radius of coin can be adjusted. Requires a (free) MathPlayer plugin. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Buffon's Needle	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[0]
Students experiment with a simulation to get an approximation of Pi. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Chaos In the Classroom - Visua...	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[1]
The logistic equation is a simple dynamical system that illustrates very nicely the emergence of complex chaotic behavior from a single, simple equation. This lesson plan is targeted towards high scho... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Chocolate Chip Simulation	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[1]
Simulate random placement of any number of chocolate chips on 100 cookies. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Cliff Hanger	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[0]
This applet illustrates a particular random walk problem. A person stands on the edge of a cliff. He has a 1/3 chance of stepping toward the edge, and a 2/3 chance of stepping away. What's the probabi... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Coin Toss	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[3]
Explore probability concepts by simulating repeated coin tosses. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Coupon Collector Problem	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[1]
Simulates drawing from a fixed set, with replacement, until all items of the set are drawn (also known as "cereal box problem"). User may choose from 6-sided die, 42 Mahjong tiles, or 52 playing card... More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
Directable Fire!!	Randomness (Probability & Statistics)	Java Applet	Tool	[2]
Students run a simulation of how a fire will spread through a stand of trees, learning about probability and chaos. More: lessons, discussions, ratings, reviews,...
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