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Q1 Clue Collection: Introduction

13. Data Detectives

INTRODUCTION

Case File 001 Clue Collection: Gathering the Evidence

Detectives, your case has just begun. 

The collectibles in the library display case have vanished — but the clues are starting to surface. Before we jump into action, we need to understand: What counts as data, and how do we collect it?”

You will identify types of data sources, then gather and record relevant data to solve a mystery. You will use digital forms and spreadsheets to collect evidence.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

I can:

  • Create a survey as a digital form.
  • Fill out a survey as a digital form.
  • Generate a Spreadsheet from the survey.

  • Evaluate charts.

Discussion questions to answer while playing the video below. Be prepared to share your answers with a partner or as a whole class based on your teacher's instructions.

  • What is data?
  • What data would help us with this case?

  • What are the questions we need to ask to get the right data?

Data! Mini Math Movies: Scratch Garden

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13.DATA DETECTIVES

13.Q1 VOCABULARY

13.Q1 Student Checklist
 

13.Q1 Teacher Guide

MITECS Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and

ISTE Standards for Students

1. Empowered Learner
d. Understand the fundamental concepts of technology operations, demonstrate the ability to choose, use, and troubleshoot current technologies, and transfer their knowledge to explore emerging technologies.

5. Computational Thinker
a. Formulateproblem definitions suited for technology-assisted methods such as data analysis, abstract models, and algorithmic thinking in exploring and finding solutions.
b. Collect data or identify relevant data sets, use digital tools to analyze them, and represent data in various ways to facilitate problem-solving and decision-making.
c. Break problems into parts, extract key information, and develop descriptive models to understand complex systems or facilitate problem-solving.

6. Creative Communicator
c. Communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models, or simulations.
d. Publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for a variety of audiences.

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