Methodologies in teaching calculus of probability in eleventh grade, secondary education

Abstract

This article analyzed the teaching methodologies in calculus of probability in eleventh grade of secondary education. This is a qualitative and quantitative study with a design based on the descriptive level, where students and Mathematics teachers in Secondary Education participated. The information was collected through observation process, the guide of content of analysis, interviews, cognitive questionnaire and survey.

The analysis was performed using statistical software for Social Sciences, Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) and a matrix checklist. The results show that the teaching methods used in teaching calculus of probability have been characterized by a teaching model to learn, practice and apply, taking into account situations-problems of the daily life and context of the population under study. However, the lack of interest of students towards the subject of Mathematics has a negative influence to the calculus of probability.