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Chart problems involving car defects and customer service departments
In this interactive worksheet, students solve two problems using the charts provided. Students must convey they are able to understand charts and how to read them.
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Probability Distributions
Students collect and plot data on a graph. In this statistics lesson plan, students analyze the distribution of a sample and predict the outcome. They find the line of best fit and discuss what would make the sample larger.
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pH Testing
Students explore the use of variables in the scientific method. They identify the dependent and independent variables through pH testing. Students construct graphs of their data and analyze their findings.
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Temperature Comparisons
Students practice plotting temperature data points on a line graph in groups and examine the temperature differences at the same time of year. They graph the temperatures in Lannon, WI, and Mitchell's Plain, SA. After the data has been...
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Wing Specifications
Ninth graders use FoilSim to fulfill the specifications of a given airfoil (wing) and plot and interpret graphs.
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Ohm's Law
Students explain the meaning of Ohm's Law, and plot a graph of voltage versus current, by explaining how the slope is the resistance of the circuit.
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Slopes, Distances, and Map Keys
Students explore Rise and Run. In this math instructional activity, students use Rise and Run to find given slopes, they will use the slopes to calculate distances from point to point on graph paper.
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Census Data and New Hampshire History
Students graph the population growth of New Hampshire using historical census data.
Texas Instruments
Say What You Mean!
Young scholars analyze data and identify the mean. In this probability lesson, students log data in the TI and construct scatter plots from the data. They identify properties of a scatterplot.
Alabama Learning Exchange
The Composition of Seawater
High schoolers explore the concept of finding the composition of seawater. In this finding the composition of seawater instructional activity, students make a saturated salt water solution. High schoolers discuss why there is...
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Missed The Boat
Learners complete time and distance problems. Using appropriate problem solving strategies, students determine when a helicopter will catch a cruise ship. Learners write a summary of their solution process. They complete a graph to...
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Streamflow
Students discuss the topic of streamflow and how it occurs. They take measurements and analyze them. They interpret data and create their own charts and graphs.
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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time
Students investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is produced when...
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Where's the Beach?
Students use beach profile data to analyze how erosion and sediment transport changed seashore slopes. In this geology lesson, students plot the data provided and analyze erosion patterns. They also assess coastal erosion management...
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Linear and Exponential Growth
Young scholars explore the concept of linear and exponential growth. In this linear and exponential growth lesson, students collect data about China's population. Young scholars model the data to determine if it is linear or exponential.
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Venn Diagram and UK Basketball
Students analyze data and make inferences. In this algebra lesson, students collect and analyze data as they apply it to the real world.
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Moving On Up!
Students complete a game-like simulation to determine a career and salary. In groups, they collect information and decide what is the "best" city in which to live. They create a monthly budget for their "best" city based on salary from...
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Enzymes at Work
The first four questions on this assignment require the use of critical thinking skills to apply the action of enzymes to different situations. Biologists then interpret enzyme activity data in a table and answer questions about it. This...
Virginia Department of Education
Middle School Mathematics Vocabulary Word Wall Cards
Having a good working knowledge of math vocabulary is so important for learners as they progress through different levels of mathematical learning. Here is 125 pages worth of wonderfully constructed vocabulary and concept review cards....
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Mass vs. Weight
Why do you weigh more in space? Each individual in your class explores this question and others as they determine the mass and weight of different objects using two types of scales. They perform conversions and discuss their...
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In the Wake of Columbus
Students explore how the population decreased in native cultures.
Georgia Department of Education
Math Class
Young analysts use real (provided) data from a class's test scores to practice using statistical tools. Not only do learners calculate measures of center and spread (including mean, median, deviation, and IQ range), but...
Cherry Creek Schools
Physical Science Final Exam Review Packet
If you need a way to assess the concepts in your physical science class, use an extended set of worksheets as a midterm or final exam. It includes questions about density, physical and chemical matter, speed and velocity, weight and...
Virginia Department of Education
Linear Modeling
An inquiry-based algebra activity explores real-world applications of linear functions. Scholars investigate four different situations that can be modeled by linear functions, identifying the rate of change, as well as the...