Students discover how psychologists complete their research on different topics. In groups, they describe the elements of an experiment and the importance of sampling during research. They identify ethical issues in their research and...

In this unit of lessons, learners make sense of the census. They examine why a census is taken and partipate in activities.

Students measure the temperature of three water sources. They collect data points every second for twenty five seconds for each sample using Lego Robolab temperature sensors, complete a worksheet, and analyze the data.

Students define technology and how it is used. They give a personal account of how technology has affected people and in what ways they have used technology. Students compare the technology of today with technology used in one era of...

Students identify some common wetland plants. they use the scientific method of surveying the plant community to record accurate data that they observe. they cut a sample of each plant and save in plastic bags to identify and preserve...

Sixth graders write journal entries o school site at least once during each season, including sketched and written observations of present environment. They can use sample topographical maps and student's own maps. Students can use...

Students use probability to determine how likely it is for each tree in a small forest to catch on fire.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Understanding survey data and methods of sampling.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept introduces to students to the difference between a census and a sample, and how to identify sampling error and bias.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This Concept introduces students to methods for reducing bias.

Details the following issues that should be considered when selecting the survey method: population, sampling, questionnaire, bias, and administration.

Get independent practice working with samples and surveys. Each incorrect response gets a text box explanation and another try. Correct responses are confirmed.

This article surveys three strategies to incorporate into classroom repertoire. They include guided reading, choral reading, and readers' theater.