Common Core Standards:
CCSS.Math.Content.6.SP.A.3 Recognize that a measure of center for a numerical data set summarizes all of its values with a single number, while a measure of variation describes how its values vary with a single number.
Introduction
Introduction
Understanding mean, median, mode, and range is actually very essential in your life. Now, you are already familiar with the terms and what their actual definitions are... But how does the mean, median, mode & range really pertain to your life? The #1 question to explore (that you always do in math class is...drum roll, please.) When will I ever use this? Today, you are going to find out.
Task
Your task is to explore the options & ideas of how mean, median, mode & range is going to be used in real-world situations.
Process
Process
Step 1:
Activate prior knowledge:
Click here to review these vocabulary words!
http://hotmath.com/hotmath_help/topics/mean-median-mode.html
Step 2:
Let's Play a Game!
This interactive game is a sure way to help you create real-world connections about MMM&R.
Evaluation
Assessment:
- Take the quiz to see what you know here-> http://www.quia.com/rr/85370.html
- Write your name & final score on a paper to hand in as your EXIT TICKET for today's class
Conclusion
Great job! You have now completed your WebQuest on mean, median, mode & range.
Credits
Credit to:
-
Chelsee K. Short - 6th Grade Math Teacher
- HotMath for your notes on MMM&R.
- BS.org for the Dunk game on MMM&R