Relax ... now visualize the data. Introduce pupils to creating charts from a single data set. Using chart tools included in spreadsheet programs class members create data visualizations that display data. The activity encourages individuals to experiment with the different types of charts and customizations, thus developing different types of skills.

Concepts

data representations, data display, data, computer science, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Collaborate with the math teacher to find out what data displays pupils should already know how to create
• Find tutorials online to help with creating graphs using spreadsheets

Classroom Considerations

• This online activity requires free Code Studio accounts for your students
• 11th lesson in a unit of 15

Pros

• The lesson contains information on how to create data charts using spreadsheets
• Gives some hints on how to troubleshoot a data display that does not look correct

Cons

• None