Analyzing Government Spending: Integrating math & civics

Students will practice their skills in interpreting data and creating graphical representations in this integrated civics lesson. Students will apply graphing skills to analyze government spending data and reflect on the importance of mathematics in communicating complex numerical information visually so the public can better stay informed.
Resource ID#: 208535 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Basic Calculators
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: data, graph interpretation, graphing, data analysis, dot plot, box plot, histogram, creating graphs and displays, government, compare, bar graphs, interpreting data, represent data, analyze data, Legislative branch, Judicial branch, Executive branch, bar chart, circle graph, pie chart, citizen, responsibility, civics
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
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