Not all data is the same. Using the interactive, pupils compare data represented in two different ways. The learners develop an understanding of the difference between discrete and continuous data and the different ways to represent each type.

Concepts

data, data display, stem and leaf plots, line graphs, histograms, bar graphs

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class brainstorm different types of discrete and continuous data
• Lead a discussion on other ways to display data

Classroom Considerations

• Access to the interactive requires signing up for a free account

Pros

• Allows the user to see the correct answer if needed
• Provides additional examples

Cons

• Using the histograms is confusing, since they display the number of data points for a quantitative variable