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What's in a name? Pupils create a data set from the number of letters in the names of classmates. Each group then takes the data and creates a visual representation, such as a histogram, circle graph, stem-and-leaf plot, etc.
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Instructional Ideas
- Extend the lesson into a project
- Have groups pick the type of visual representation they need to create from a hat so it is fair
Classroom Considerations
- Scholars should have experience with visual data displays
Pros
- Uses data relevant to pupils
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- No practice problems available