Lesson Plan 4

Robert Fishel
EDUC 630
Liberty University

I. Mathematics/ Statistics/ 9-12

II. Standards of Learning
A. Common Core State Standard: CCSS.Math.Content.HSS.ID.A.1
Represent data with plots on the real number line (dot plots, histograms, and box plots).
B. Common Core State Standard: CCSS.Math.Content.HSS.MD.A.3
Develop a probability distribution for a random variable defined for a sample space in
which theoretical probabilities can be calculated; find the expected value.
C. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments Teachers design,
develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating
contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop
the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETSS
III. Objectives
A. Students will develop histograms, dot plots, and box plots for the expected value of Deal
or No Deal.
B. Given a probability situation students will calculate the expected value for a the sample
space created from playing Deal or No Deal.
IV. List of Materials
SMART Notebook Software
Classroom set of TI-83 graphing calculators
Classroom set of iPads
V. Classroom Diversity
The classroom is a very diverse, it includes students that are exceptional learners, come
from low-socioeconomic neighborhoods, and are culturally diverse.
Male/Female ration: 18 Male/12 Female
VI. Technology Inclusion
Every teacher within my school district is given a laptop equipped with the SMART
Notebook software. This instructional software allows instructors to use their laptop with the
functionality of a SmartBoard. In this lesson, this software will allow students to see interactive
instruction with creative check on learning activities.
Every math teacher has a classroom set of Texas Instrument 83 graphing calculators. In
this lesson, students are calculating the expected value for bank offers by the bank in Deal or
No Deal online game. The students will also use excel to create record the value of each case.
The class as a whole will combine each students data set to compare case values to create a
histogram.
http://www.bigmoneyarcade.com/?action=playgame&gameid=550
The website above will be used by students to play Deal or No Deal. Students will
navigate this website using the classroom set of iPads. Students have the freedom to pick cases in
any order, the only rule is that they must play the game until the final case.

VII. Procedures
Instruction will begin will a demonstration showing students how to calculate the
expected value of guessing on all five questions of a multiple-choice test where each question
has four choices using the SMART Notebook software. The students will be shown how to create
a histogram, dot plots, and box plots and then create one of their own from the sample space
using the internet website above. This demonstration integrates technology by using iPads to
access the website and to create a data set.
Guided Student Practice/ Formative Assessment:
Following instruction, students will be given another data set similar to the developed by
Deal or No Deal, and will be asked to create a data representation using a dot plot, histogram,
or box plot of their choice that shows the expected value.
VIII. Evaluation
Independent practice/ Formative Assessment:
After demonstrating understanding through the guided practice, the students will present
the probability distribution to the class using the SmartBoard. Students will describe the data
model that they like to use the best, and explain why they chose to use that diagram.
Summative Assignment:
Additional practice will be assigned with different data sets.
IX. Risk Analysis
The technology risk involved in this lesson includes network connectivity and experience
with iPad. I consider the risks for this lesson to be low, the lesson objectives can be achieved
without the internet website, and the iPads. However, the inclusion of these technologies
enhances the educational experience because it encourages students to use common technology
platforms for educational purposes.