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Students expect to do experiments in science class, but this week we are also performing them in math. We are learning about probability, and the best way to cover this topic is by playing with dice, cards, cubes, and coins! Yesterday students were given a paper bag with a certain number of coloured cubes in it. They calculated the theoretical (or expected) probability for pulling out a cube of each colour. Then they tried it out. After 20 trials, they were able to calculate the experimental (or actual) probability that occurred. Some groups had a very close match between the two, and others had some more variety.
Of course, we can't forgot science experiments. This week, using everyday liquids, students learned about density, and why things float so easily in the Dead Sea. We also held a brief "Astronaut Olympics" so students could experience how challenging it would be to perform simple tasks in space.
Of course, we can't forgot science experiments. This week, using everyday liquids, students learned about density, and why things float so easily in the Dead Sea. We also held a brief "Astronaut Olympics" so students could experience how challenging it would be to perform simple tasks in space.