Collecting and representing data (Line Graph)

 FOCUS QUESTION

In what ways can I represent and interpret information?  

SPECIFIC OBJS.

1.Collect data using direct observation, experiments, interviews and questionnaires

2. Solve problems in which data is given by means of a graph or diagram

CONTENT SUMMARY

A line graph, also known as a line chart, is a type of chart used to visualize the value of something over time. For example, a finance department may plot the change in the amount of cash the company has on hand over time. The line graph consists of a horizontal x-axis and a vertical y-axis.

ENGAGE

Students will try to decipher what data representation tool can be made from the jumbled word below. 

  

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Students will tell what a line graph is and when they believe it is appropriate to use.

EXPLORE

Let us listen to this video clip to learn more about line graph.

Video clip : Line Graph

Now what should be included on a line graph?

What does it show?

EXPLAIN

When are line graphs used?

Now examine the line graph below and provide statements about it.

         Monthly Sneakers sales for a year at a store

EXTEND/ELABORATE

1. In groups  I want you to examine the temperature reading on the given thermometer for a week and record the findings  of your observation on a  line graph. Check the temperature at 10:00 am each day.

Make at least five statements about the graph.

2.Try to interpret the double line graph below and answer the questions.

You can watch this video clip and try to answer the  questions relating to it.

Video: Line Graph.

EVALUATE

Answer the questions below relating to the line graph.

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