Mathematics Statistics and Probability Algebra

Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Determine probability of solutions to a given set of data.	- ESP Activities - General Simulation Activity.	Calculate personal data set based on results of experiment.	Test will assess knowledge.	Work in pairs following directions given.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Use, generate graphs to predict data.	- Sample Practice: Explain sampling and pass out experiment. - Generate graph from data in order to predict future event.	- Determine how sample size affects data. - Depict results of data on graphs. - Students collect data on the temperature each day. Graph it. Use graph to predict patterns.	-Will generate their own survey questions and use it with several sample sizes. -Accuracy of predictions for the next month.	- Work in pairs following directions given. - Class data collected and displayed.	-Statistics and Probability, pp. 26-28.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Organize, compile data into tables, charts, and graphs.	- Super Soda: Explain procedure and time line. - Have students compile data from real world situation to answer question.	- Decide where to place soda machine based on their data. - Students state a question, collect data, display data in charts and graphs, and answer their questions.	-Extensive activity will have students develop soda business. -Have students demonstrate answer to their question.	- Working in groups of four, survey samples. Analyze and graph results. - Have students determine what other questions their data answers.	-Data and Probability, pp. 51-52.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Understand, use central tendency and variability.	Lands of Ethnic Origin - A Statistical Potpourri.	- Use research materials to gather data. - Use measure of central tendency and variation to organize data.	Submission of fact sheet on country by each student.	- Work along or in a pair researching facts about country of origin. - Mean, mode, etc. will be used.	-Hands-On Math Project with Real Life Application, pp. 131-135
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Use probability to represent and solve problems of uncertainty.	- Helping Emily Solve Problems. Teacher divides class into seven groups. - Uncertainty of local crime based on natural statistics.	- Connect method to real application of a probability problem. - Use legal system report to show national patterns. Collect local data and compare probability.	-Complete all seven activities from class explanation. -Report and graph on local legal statistics.	-In each group, solve one problem for Emily. Group will use overhead to explain solution to rest of group. -Students compare data from several local towns.	- Statistics and Probability, pp. 42-45. - Advanced Math - Merrill Case 3, pp. 962-962.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Use various simulated probability to estimate.	- Exploration Activities. - Using Probability Trees and Pascal's Triangle.	Compare results with other group to note similarities and differences.	Students will devise own probability experiment and predict results.	Perform various activities and record results.	-Data and Probability, pp. 43-48.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Understand concept of random variable.	Math and the Big Game.	Predict outcome based on statistics. Recognize random variable and its impact.		At-home activity: Record all statistics given during a sporting event.	-Exploring Math Through Projects and Activities, pp. 284-285.
Algebra In the Area of: Statistics & Probability
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	Compile, analyze and interpret a statistic.	Average size student; use animal data as class example.	Gather and organize data. Display data graphically. Calculate measures of central tendency.	Teacher will evaluate.	- In groups, students will gather data on animals and fellow students. Do graph. - The Third Lie Activity.	- Exploring Math Through Projects and Activities, pp.41-57. - Zounds!