Using a carousel activity, class members gain an understanding of the idea of inferences by using pictures then connecting them to mathematics. Groups discuss their individual problems prior to sharing them with the entire class. The lesson concludes with a class discussion and individual journaling on the connection of the activity to everyday life.

Concepts

data analysis, inferences, data

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Follow up with data presented as dot plots, lists, and box plots and have groups describe the data
• Prior to this activity, teach a lesson on summary statistics

Classroom Considerations

• The carousel activity requires a variety of images from books, magazines, or newspapers
• The teacher needs an understanding of the RAFT differentiation strategy

Pros

• This resource contains a rubric to help guide the assessment of the RAFT activity
• Real-world connections to mathematics engage learners in the activity

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.SP.A.2 HSS-ID.A.2 HSS-ID.A.3 MP3 MP5