All data is not created equal. Scholars examine the different types of studies and learn about the importance of randomization. They explore the meaning of causation and when it can be applied to data. 

Concepts

correlation, surveys, observational skills, probability experiments, random sampling, data analysis

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use a graphic organizer to record the different types of data collection and how randomization relates to each
• Provide learners with a handout of the examples to improve efficiency of the lesson

Classroom Considerations

• Examples require reading, which may be difficult for English learners or struggling readers
• The 12th installment in a series of 30 lessons

Pros

• Includes detailed teaching notes to aid in lesson development
• Provides a lesson summary that highlights the big ideas of the lesson that pupils should record as notes

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSS-IC.B.3 MP2 MP3