Using a data set to answer a question
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain that data gathered over time can be used to answer questions.
Key learning points
- Data collected over time can reveal trends, patterns and changes.
- Selecting a suitable data set is essential for accurately answering a specific question.
- Effective questions are those that can be clearly answered using the available data.
Keywords
Data - a letter, word, number etc. that has been collected for a purpose, but are stored without context
Table - a structure consisting of rows and columns used for storing data
Layout - the way something is arranged
Common misconception
You can use a data set to answer any question.
You can use a data set to answer a question, but it needs to be appropriate to the data set being used.
Teacher tip
Data to observe is all around us every day. Find opportunities for pupils to be able to observe data in real-life situations.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is data?
Q2.Which of these is an example of data?
Q3.Where is data often stored?
Q4.Which of these is NOT data?
Q5.Put these steps in order for collecting data:
Q6.Match each keyword to its meaning:
information collected for a purpose
a structure with rows and columns to store data
the way something is arranged
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What can data collected over time help us find?
Q2.What structure is used to store data in rows and columns?
Q3.Which is the best data set to find out how much it rains each month?
Q4.Order these actions when gathering data over time:
Q5.Match the item to its description:
a pattern that appears over time
a group of related information
something you want to find out
Q6.Why is it important to select the right data set?
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