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Correlate the responses to identify the cause. A resource presents how individuals sometimes confuse the issue between correlation and causation. The video provides examples of different variables that are correlated — but one does not cause the other. The presenter then points out that many times there is a third variable that is connected to the other two, which may be the true cause.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have class members research to find other ridiculous correlation versus causation examples
- Develop a list of actual correlation means causation examples to share with the class
Classroom Considerations
- Be aware that a sensitivity issue may exist when discussing the pregnancy example
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Resource includes definitions of correlation and causation for review
- Designed to address Common Core standards
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- None
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