You will design your own game, which should be a game that could be played at a carnival, amusement park, or casino. You are encouraged to create a game that either doesn’t already exist, or exists but you add your own twist to the game. It cannot be an exact duplicate of an already existing game. The game does not have to be fair. You will be expected to explain the probability of your game.
You will submit a 1-2 page report that includes the following:
Introduction – Provide an overview of the game; what type of game is it? Where would this game be played?
Instructions – Step-by-Step instructions for how to play the game.
Game Description – What is needed to play the game? List all materials needed (dice, spinner, balls, etc). How many participants are needed to play, and is there a limit?
Probability Analysis – What is the theoretical probability of the game? (Include all outcomes). Is the game fair? If the game is not fair, how could the game be changed to make it so?
Individual Reflection
Your final submission includes written report as a Word doc format.
Preview Rubric
Probability Game Rubric
Criteria
Level 4
Level 3
Level 2
Level 1
Criterion Score
Game creation
30 points
Creates a fully functioning game that people can play. Instructions are clear and easy to follow. The game can be played by others without referring to the game creators for help.
24 points
Creates a game that people can play. There may be slight over- sights, but overall the game can be played. Instructions are somewhat clear and easy to follow. The game can be played by others with minimal interaction with creators of the game.
20 points
Creates a game that contains written instructions but they are unclear and a verbal description of the game is necessary.
0 points
Student has an idea for a game but instructions are incomplete and/or intent of the game is unclear.
Score of Game creation,/ 30
Write-Up
40 points
Submits a comprehensive write-up including: introduction, instructions, game description and probability analysis. The write-up has been thoughtfully prepared and provides insight into the actions of the individual.
32 points
Submits a write-up including: introduction, instructions, game description and probability analysis. The write-up provides some insight into the actions of the group.
28 points
Submits an incomplete write- up including some of the following: introduction, instructions, game description and probability analysis.
0 points
Minimal or no attempt at a write-up is made.
Score of Write-Up,/ 40
Probability Analysis
40 points
Provides accurate analysis of the math behind their game. The idea of a fair game is clearly explained in terms of their project and an alternative for making their game fair is presented.
32 points
Provides somewhat accurate analysis of the math behind their game. The idea of a fair game
is explained in terms of their project. An attempt at providing an alternative for making their game fair is presented.
28 points
Provides some analysis of the math behind their game. The idea of fair game is mentioned.
0 points
No attempt at analysis of their probability.
Score of Probability Analysis,/ 40
Reflection
30 points
Reflection clearly explains thought process during the project. The relevance of the project is clearly described.
24 points
Reflection attempts to explain thought process during the project. The relevance of the project is described.
20 points
Reflection attempts to explain thought process during the project.
0 points
No attempt at a reflection is made.
Score of Reflection,/ 30
Neatness and Organization
10 points
The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to read.
8 points
The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to read.
6 points
The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to read at times.
0 points
The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together.
Score of Neatness and Organization,/ 10
Total
Score of Probability Game Rubric,/ 150