Data in My Class Investigation
A great student-directed data investigation where students choose their own topic to survey the class and use the data to construct a column graph and picture graph. Students then interpret the results. This could be used as an assessment tool also.
Learning goals
- We are learning to construct data displays from given or collected data, including tables, column graphs and picture graphs where one picture can represent many data values.
- We are learning to collect, interpret and discuss data using digital tools, e.g. tally charts, digital tables, graphing or spreadsheets; represent data using many-to-one pictographs, column graphs and other displays.
Curriculum alignment
AC9M4ST01
9
Acquire data for categorical and discrete numerical variables to address a question of interest or purpose using digital tools; represent data using many-to-one pictographs, column graphs and other displays or visualisations; interpret and discuss the information that has been created
ACMSP096
8.4
Construct suitable data displays, with and without the use of digital technologies, from given or collected data. Include tables, column graphs and picture graphs where one picture can represent many data values
MA2-1WM
old
Uses appropriate terminology to describe, and symbols to represent, mathematical ideas
MA2-2WM
old
Selects and uses appropriate mental or written strategies, or technology, to solve problems
MA2-3WM
old
Checks the accuracy of a statement and explains the reasoning used
MA2-18SP
old
Selects appropriate methods to collect data, and constructs, compares, interprets and evaluates data displays, including tables, picture graphs and column graphs
MA2-DATA-01
new
Collects discrete data and constructs graphs using a given scale
MA2-DATA-02
new
Iinterprets data in tables, dot plots and column graphs
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.