Accurate pet data
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can check pet data for mistakes and explain why they are wrong.
Key learning points
- Data can sometimes be wrong.
- Mistakes make comparisons unfair.
- Data can be checked and corrected.
Keywords
Accurate - something that is correct and without mistakes
Error - something that is wrong
Check - look at something carefully to see if it is correct
Common misconception
Once data is written, it cannot be changed.
Data can be checked and corrected if there are mistakes.
Teacher tip
A key point in this lesson is that data can contain mistakes. Encourage pupils to check carefully and explain why something may not be accurate, rather than just spotting errors.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which statement is correct about a rating?
Q2.Pet A has a strength rating of 4. Pet B has a strength rating of 2. What does this show?
Q3.Which statement is true about values?
Q4.Match each word to its meaning.
to find out how much of something there is
a number that shows how good or strong something is
a number given to show something
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which example shows incorrect data?
Q2.Pet A has speed 5 and speed 1. Why is this data not accurate?
Q3.Why can incorrect data make comparisons unfair?
Q4.What should people do if they find an error in pet data?
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