Subject
Grade
Big Idea
Statistical analysis allows us to notice, wonder about, and answer questions about variation.
Elaboration
- occurs in observation (e.g., reaction to medications, opinions on topics, income levels, graduation rates)
- Sample questions to support inquiry with students:
- How do we gather data in order to answer questions?
- How do we analyze data and make decisions?
- Can we think of a story that involves variation? How would we describe the variation?
- When analyzing data, what are some of the factors that need to be considered before making inferences?
keywords
variation