Statistics in the wrong hands can be a dangerous thing. The first installment of a five-episode series explains the basics of statistics. The instructor focuses on the usefulness of statistics and how to identify misuse of stats.

Concepts

statistics, probability, math vocabulary

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Flip your classroom by assigning the video as homework; use class time for discussion and practice
• Create a guided notes document for individuals to complete as they watch the video

Classroom Considerations

• Consider monitoring YouTube comments if making available for independent viewing

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes links to referenced resources
• Provides an option for closed captioning to aid in note taking 

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.SP.A.1 HSS-ID.A.2