Lesson Plan

Scatterplots

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Math is all fun and games with this activity! Learners use an activity designed around hula hoops to collect data. They create scatter plots with their data and then analyze the graphs for correlation. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask individuals to create a story for the final scatter plot in the sample graphs
  • Use the assessment question as an exit card to check for understanding
Classroom Considerations
  • Activity requires hula hoops for each group
Pros
  • Includes ideas for enrichment and differentiation
  • Provides assessment questions to guage understanding
Cons
  • Activity may not be possible for larger pupils, which may cause hurt feelings
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