STATS IN MOTION Navigating Numbers through an Obstacle Course Challenge

ALEX S., JOSH C., LEXI F., SEAN L.

8TH GRADE

BLENDING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & STATISTICAL ANALYSIS

ENVOKE TEAM SPIRIT AND COMPETITION; PROMOTE FITNESS

BACKGROUND & CONTEXT

MAKING ABSTRACT STATISTIC PRINCIPLES TANGIBLE THROUGH MOVEMENT

FOSTER COLLABORATIVE ANALYSIS OF DATA

LESSON GOAL

Understand how to analyze and extract information from a dataset using statistical parameters while having fun!

Know the definition of mean, median, and mode and how to calculate them given a set of data.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Be proficient in collecting and organizing data from an activity.

Understand how to analyze raw data by calculating the mean, median, mode, etc.

Demonstrated through successful completion (90%+) of the miniquiz at the end of the lesson.

Demonstrated by the student’s ability to collect data while their classmates complete the obstacle course.

Demonstrated by successful analysis of the class’s data from obstacle course (accuracy will be checked during class and in lab handout)

Be able to present their analysis both graphically and in writing.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Learn how to compare datasets using statistics while gaining an intuition on how data size affects calculated values.

Demonstrated by completion of lab handout and class discussion/feedback.

Demonstrated at the end-of-class discussion.

Purpose/Rationale

Integration of Physical Activity and Learning:

• The embodied approach taken in this lesson provides a unique learning experience by combining physical exercise with academic concepts
• Makes statistical measures more tangible through physical engagement
• Instills a sense of excitement and relevance!

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Purpose/Rationale

Real-world Application of Statistics:

• Traditional methods of teaching statistics often involve abstract concepts and numerical data without a tangible connection to everyday life
• Bridges the gap by applying statistical principles to a dynamic and engaging obstacle course, making the subject matter more relatable and applicable

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Purpose/Rationale

Relevance to State Standards:

• Aligns with most state standards that emphasize the application of mathematical concepts in real-world scenarios

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Teamwork and Friendly Competition:

• Lesson fosters a sense of camaraderie and friendly competition which encourages teamwork, communication, and cooperation among peers.

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LAB HANDOUT

MATERIALS FOR OBSTACLE COURSE

APPROPRIATE DRESS

STOPWATCH

PREPARATION & MATERIALS

RECREATIONAL AREA

POST LAB MINI QUIZ

Provided, allows for data collection & follow up Qs

Hurdles, cones, balls, PE equipment, etc

Students should wear athletic clothing & closed toed shoes.

To accurately record Obstacle Course time completions

Playground, Basketball Court, Track Recess area, etc

To reinforce the concepts and assess the students’ retention

PREPARATION & MATERIALS

LAB HANDOUT

Handout will include:

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Definitions to target the concepts the students will need to know (included as vocabulary review). Students can glance back at these throughout the lesson if they forget one of the terms!

Instructions for the lesson for students to follow (so they don’t get lost along the way!)

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Tables for students to write down the data they collect for each person (for both their team and the opposing team’s.

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Post lab questions for students to fill out by themselves, in pairs, or with their teams.

LESSON PLAN

DIVIDE CLASS INTO 2 TEAMS, DEMO OBSTACLE COURSE

TIME ALL STUDENTS COMPLETING THE OBSTACLE COURSE

STUDENTS COMPLETE POST LAB MINI QUIZ

STUDENTS COMPLETE THE LAB HANDOUT, POST LAB CLASS DISCUSSION

Given the set of numbers: 5,7,7,9,11,12,13 , calculate the mean, median, and mode.

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Determine the independent variable and dependent variable in the following situation: Alex needs to track the weekly snowfall in her county. She measures the total amount of snowfall (in inches) on her on the last day of each week from week 1 until week 10.

MINIQUIZ EXAMPLE QUESTIONS!

Calculate the standard deviation of the following set of data:

Graph a line of best fit for the following data:

THANKS!

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