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Scholars learn to create scatter plots and investigate any relationships that exists between the variables with a lesson that also show them that statistical relationships do not necessarily indicate a cause-and-effect relationship.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners find a data set of interest to create a scatter plot
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils should be familiar with the customary system of units
- Lesson touches upon correlation and causation, but does not use these terms
- The sixth lesson in a 16-part series
Pros
- Includes scaffolding tips throughout the lesson, primarily for English language learners
- Shows where in the lesson to look for mathematical practices
Cons
- None