Authentic Real-World Math Problem Solving in Tyto Online: Probability & Statistics

The project team will develop a new prototype component, focusing on statistics and probability, to be integrated within the existing Tyto Online. Components will include a set of story-driven quests for students to use data visualizations and real-world statistical problem solving, in-game scaffolds to prompt learning, supplemental materials to facilitate implementation and enhance gameplay, and a results dashboard for educators. At the end of Phase I, the team will conduct a pilot study with 8 middle school math classes and approximately 200 students. They will examine if the prototype functions and is feasible for classroom use; if students are engaged in mathematical problem solving while engaging with the game mechanics; and if the prototype shows promise for increasing student knowledge and skills of data analysis, statistics, and probability.