Let's be discrete about the types of data. A short video provides the definitions of discrete and continuous data. After providing the definitions, the resource takes different types of data and sorts them based on type and provides an explanation of why they fall into each category. Pupils use the definitions and examples to classify data as discrete or continuous in the Types of Data instructional activity.

Concepts

data

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class brainstorm types of data and then sort them as either discrete or continuous
• Lead a discussion on how to plot data that is discrete or continuous

Classroom Considerations

• The handouts cover more than discrete and continuous data

Pros

• Includes an answer key
• Worksheet has items that require explanations

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2