Christie+Data+Analysis

5th Grade Math: Data Analysis Model

In this unit students will formulate a question that they would like to have answered. In pairs they will make predictions regarding their topic and then conduct research (survey). Students will then analyze the data they have researched while identifying the mean and mode. A graph will then need to be created in order to visually present their findings. Finally, students will draw a conclusion from their research. In short students will:
 * Identify a research question
 * Formulate questions to survey peers
 * Predict outcomes
 * Conduct research
 * Analyze data (mean, mode)
 * Present Data (graph) 
 * Use data to draw conclusions

__Visual Ranking__ - In my Data Analysis Unit I will not be using the Visual Ranking Tool as it is not a perfect fit. Although, I could use the Visual Ranking tool in other units to encourage collaboration, discussion, and to support reasoning. I could see this tool being used in units such as: an introduction to the Solar System, ordering Events in History in order of importance, and Most Desirable States in the U.S.

__Seeing Reason__ - This tool seems like a good fit for this unit because students will be able to identify the pros and cons of year around school when surveying, students, administration, and parents.

__Showing Evidence__ - I don't think I would initially use this with my fifth graders. I could possibly see this fitting into an activity near the end of the unit to support and argue the pros and cons of year round school. After students have researched and surveyed individuals they could look at the different reasonings and benefits of year round school, thus argueing their point.