Data Sets Represented in Computers

This lesson shows how data can be represented by computers, in relation to everyday activities we may not be aware that we use computer. It gives an overview of graphing data by creating a histogram based on population data. Using the data collected, students will get a chance to hand write code to show what structure is needed for computers to collect, analyze and distribute such data. This lesson is lesson 1 of the Data Set and Deviation Statistics Unit and bridges statistical concepts of data collection, graphing and analysis with programming a computer using coding language while reinforcing foundational algebraic skills.
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 6, 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Internet Connection
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: data, data collection, data analysis, graph, computer science, math, computer, statistics, quantitative, quantitative data, qualitative, qualitative data, list, programming, index, data types, if/then statements, variables, local variables, global variables, if/then else statements, x-axis, y-axis, range, app, programming
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Problem-Solving Task,  Educational Game ,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Text Resource,  Data Set,  Formative Assessment
Resource Collection: CPALMS Computer Science Lessons

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This lesson allow students to gather, calculate, and plot data using both computer code and mathematical equations. In this lesson students will create a pedometer app to demonstrate the understanding of algorithms, components (such as buttons, textboxes, sensors, etc.), and If/Then statements. This lesson uses algebraic equations and random data to access the needed components to store data in a spreadsheet.

Type: Lesson Plan