Primary School Students’ Attitudes To and Beliefs About Probability

Williams, Anne; Nisbet, Steven

doi:10.1007/978-94-007-7155-0_36

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“…After all, in research conducted by Zorzos and Avgerinos (2021), they demonstrated several benefits in the critical perception of young children who learn probabilities from elementary school. Additionally, Williams and Nisbet (2014) showed in their work that teaching probability can lead to improvements in students' attitudes and beliefs about mathematics in the short term. As mentioned earlier, Threlfall (2004) agreed with Piaget and Inhelder's findings.…”

Section: Age and Probability Teachingmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Probability from Fourth to Sixth Grade

Zorzos,

Avgerinos

2023

Journal of Research in Science, Mathematics and Technology Education

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The appeal of probability theory in everyday activities has resulted in its incorporation into the curricula of most countries. However, confusion persists within  the international scientific community regarding the suitable age for introducing students to probability concepts. Several researchers argue that children at a young age are unable understand the concepts of probability, while other researchers believe that with appropriate teaching interventions, children can comprehend probabilistic concepts. This study aims to address the controversial issue  by conducting a study involving two groups of students. In the first group, the researchers provide a short teaching a brief probability teaching session and subsequently ask the children to complete a worksheet related to the topic. In the second group, students complete the worksheet without any prior teaching. The study results show that teaching has a positive effect on the development of students' knowledge and perceptions regarding probabilities. As a consequence, new opportunities and requirements emerge in the field of probability education.

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Section: Age and Probability Teachingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…However, Threlfall (2004) suggests avoiding excessive demands on young students. Educators aiming to teach probability at the elementary level should initially address students' preexisting notions and superstitious beliefs about luck (Williams & Nisbet, 2014).…”

Section: Young Learners' Response To Probabilistic Proceduresmentioning

confidence: 99%