Transition Mathematics Project

Overview | Objectives | CRM | Resources

OVERVIEW
Game Design and Probability are addressed through 2D visual arts instruction. The purpose of this project is to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of art elements and principals and the math concept of probability. The art lessons include three units of study which also address the math College Readiness Standards. Students will use their understanding of the elements of art and principals of design as well as use empirical/experimental and theoretical probability to investigate, represent, solve, and interpret the probability and/or counting techniques and provide evidence of learning.

During the development phase of this project the following criteria were kept in mind: Materials must be higher than a 10th grade level and must be able to prepare students for a secondary education.

Overall project will be a module containing 2-4 weeks of materials. One to two component(s) will be chosen from the Washington State Transition Mathematics Project College Readiness Mathematics Standards and support materials must help students prepare to meet that standard by providing evidence of learning.

OBJECTIVES

Students will develop a true understanding of how probability can be used to develop a fair game. Students will develop a game that is consistent and measurable as well as enjoyable. Use group work to achieve goals and develop a team approach to game development.

CRMS:
Probablility and Statistics: 6.1

RESOURCES

• Game Board Project Overview
  
• Game Board Project Plans
  
• Game Board Project Plans

• Unit 1 – Basics of Probability
  
• Unit 1 – Classroom Activity Sheet – BOP
  
• Unit 1 – Extensions – BOP
  
• Unit 1 – Self Practice Sheet – BOP
  
• Unit 1 – Vocabulary – BOP

• Unit 2 – Understanding Probability
  
• Unit 2 – Classroom Activity Sheet – UP
  
• Unit 2 – Extensions – UP
  
• Unit 2 – Self Practice Sheet – UP
  
• Unit 2 – Vocabulary – UP

• Unit 3 – Gaming Probability
  
• Unit 3 – Classroom Activity Sheet – GP
  
• Unit 3 – Extensions – GP
  
• Unit 3 – Self Practice Sheet – GP
  
• Unit 3 – Vocabulary – GP

• Final Project Plan
  
• Final Project Board Design First Steps
  
• Game Example (Give & Take)

• Student Activities – General Task Leadership Roles
  
• Student Activities – Certain Task Leadership Roles
  
• Student Activities – Participation Quiz Leadership Roles
  
• Proportionality
  
• Recommended Materials

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