R4 Task 4

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The VCE mathematics topic that I have chosen is Probability, in Mathematical Methods Unit 1 Area Study 4: Probability and Statistics (VCAA, 2015). The first section presents a literature review of student learning probability. It also addresses the common pitfalls that may impede their learning. The second section outlines a unit plan for teaching probability based on the new VCE study design. Sample activities worksheets and assessment tasks are included in the appendices.
Literature Review: Learning Probability
Given the emphasis of this study area, this review focuses primarily on learning probability, but make little reference to learning statistics, except to acknowledge that probability forms a salient foundation for developing statistical
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Outcome 3
On completion of this topic, students are able to use numerical, graphical, symbolic functionalities of technology to develop mathematical ideas, produce results and carry out analysis in situations requiring problem-solving, modelling or investigative techniques or approaches

Lesson Activities and Sequence
Estimated duration: 1 week (~4 to 5 periods, with recapitulations)
Learning objectives
• Understand the basic concepts and rules of probability
• Use lists, Venn diagrams and grids
• Understand and able to apply the multiplication

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