National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

674- Gone Fishing: Proportions and Probability in a Real Scientific Context

Saturday, April 20, 2013: 9:45 AM-11:00 AM
110/112 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Jill A. Cochran

Handouts
  • Fishing Handout.pdf (379.5 kB)
  • Proportions and Probability in a Real Scientific Context.pdf (527.0 kB)

  • By using techniques for estimating populations, we can explore mathematical topics such as proportions and probability. This activity uses the scientific method to determine which pond fish population matches each initial proportion and then estimates changes in the population while incorporating issues of likelihood and uncertainty.

    Presentation Format: 6-8 Gallery Workshop
    Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8

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