The resolution of a probabilistic problem situation in a heterogeneous team: the case of an at-risk elementary student
The object of this research consists in describing and understanding the contribution of an at-risk third-cycle elementary student in the resolution of a probabilistic problem situation and the understanding the student can develop about the task to be performed and the implied mathematical concepts. The originality of the study is based both on the nature of the proposed task, a problem situation linked to probabilities, and on the fact that the analysis deals specifically with an at-risk student. Stemming from our research, the case study shows that, despite a contribution that was somewhat productive and sometimes limited in some aspects, the at-risk student was able to attain a good understanding of the problem situation and the implied mathematical contents.