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Connecting Graphical Representations and Numerical Summaries Lesson PlanConnecting Graphical Representations and Numerical Summaries Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
6th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
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Year
2015
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Connecting Graphical Representations and Numerical Summaries

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Which graph belongs to which summary statistics? Class members build upon their knowledge of data displays and numerical summaries to connect the two. Pupils make connections between different graphical displays of the same data in the 18th segment of a 22-part series.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

data, data analysis, data representations, data display, dot plot, histograms, five-number summaries, mean, median

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Create a matching activity with graphical representations and numerical summaries to match
  • Lead a discussion on when to use a dot plot versus using a histogram

Classroom Considerations

  • The class should be familiar with different graphical displays

Pros

  • Includes scaffolding suggestions on topics to review
  • Contains detailed solutions to exercises and problems

Cons

  • None

Common Core

6.SP.B.5.a 6.SP.B.5.b 6.SP.B.5.c MP6

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