6.SP.A.3 lessons
Recognize that a measure of centre sums up a data set with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how spread out the values are. (A look ahead.)
The Common Core State Standards for Mathematics code 6.SP.A.3 asks students to: “Recognize that a measure of centre sums up a data set with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how spread out the values are. (A look ahead.)” These Fieldbook lesson teaches it hands-on, with everyday materials, a printable teacher guide and a student sheet.
Data Detectives Grade 5 · partly supports this standard
- How fast are our reaction times? 50–60 min
Partners drop a ruler and catch it, five times with their writing hand and five times with the other hand. Students find the mean, median and range of their own catches and the class's, then decide whether our writing hand really is quicker.
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