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ERIC Number: EJ246315
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1981-May
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The Monte Carlo Method: A Fresh Approach to Teaching Probabilistic Concepts.
Travers, Kenneth J.; Gray, Kenneth G.
Mathematics Teacher, v74 n5 p327-34 May 1981
Some activities designed around the Monte Carlo method of solving probability problems are described. The instructional applications of this method involve physical models or simple BASIC computer programs. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Models, Mathematics Instruction, Monte Carlo Methods, Probability, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: BASIC Programing Language