Spin the Sweets
This differentiated set of worksheets offers a hands-on approach to data collection, perfect for students of varying abilities. Using a pencil and paper clip, students spin for 'sweets' and record data using tally marks and a frequency table. Higher levels include graph creation, adding a visual element to their learning.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to collect data by observing, collecting and accessing data sets and recording data using appropriate methods, e.g. lists, tallies, symbols, tables and spreadsheets.
- We are learning to interpret and compare data displays.
Curriculum alignment
AC9M3ST01
9
Acquire data for categorical and discrete numerical variables to address a question of interest or purpose by observing, collecting and accessing data sets; record the data using appropriate methods including frequency tables and spreadsheets
ACMSP070
8.4
Interpret and compare data displays
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.
Differentiation
Modifications
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Extensions
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