Mathematical content knowledge refers to knowledge of the concepts, procedures, and processes related to the organization and structure of mathematics. It also refers to the relationships of mathematics with other content areas (Shulman, 1987). Linking this to probability, Steinbring (1991) stated that teachers need to have a simultaneous conceptual and theoretical understanding of probability; further they must be cognizant of probabilistic modeling and the implicit assumptions underlying such models. Kvatinsky and Even (2002) identified three critical areas of teachers’
understanding of probability content. First, teachers need to understand the essential features that make probability different from other mathematical fields (e.g., its focus on uncertainty and chance). Second, teachers should understand the aspects of mathematics that support probabilistic thinking and those that inhibit it. Third, teachers must understand the power of probability in dealing with everyday situations. This last understanding resonates with Greer and Mukho-
padhyay’s (2005) proposition that probability is essential for economic competitiveness in commercial and financial endeavors.
Mathematical content knowledge refers to knowledge of the concepts, procedures, and processes related to the organization and structure of mathematics. It also refers to the relationships of mathematics with other content areas (Shulman, 1987). Linking this to probability, Steinbring (1991) stated that teachers need to have a simultaneous conceptual and theoretical understanding of probability; further they must be cognizant of probabilistic modeling and the implicit assumptions underlying such models. Kvatinsky and Even (2002) identified three critical areas of teachers’ understanding of probability content. First, teachers need to understand the essential features that make probability different from other mathematical fields (e.g., its focus on uncertainty and chance). Second, teachers should understand the aspects of mathematics that support probabilistic thinking and those that inhibit it. Third, teachers must understand the power of probability in dealing with everyday situations. This last understanding resonates with Greer and Mukho-padhyay’s (2005) proposition that probability is essential for economic competitiveness in commercial and financial endeavors.
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