Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Stemplots | Against All Odds: Unit 2

Subject Area

Mathematics

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

Explore real-life applications for statistical data sets and creating stemplots in the 12-minute program "Stemplots" from the Against All Odds series. Students will learn how designers and engineers calculate uniform sizing for the military by creating a stemplot to visualize the data. A stemplot demonstrates how a data collection of measurements helps the military design gear that fits modern troops.

    Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Algebra II with Statistics

    MA19.A2.26

    Describe the purposes of and differences among sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies; explain how randomization relates to each.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:MA19.A2.26

    Vocabulary

    • Sample surveys
    • Experiments
    • Observational studies
    • Randomization

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • Key components of sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies.
    • Procedures for selecting random samples.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Use key characteristics of sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies to select the appropriate technique for a particular statistical investigation.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • Sample surveys, experiments, and observational studies may be used to make inferences made about the population.
    • Randomization is used to reduce bias in statistical procedures.
    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    CUSTOM
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