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Middle school statistics laboratories
Candy Probability: Discovery of EXPERIMENTAL vs. THEORETICAL Probability
Middle Schoolers LOVE probability!
This is a GREAT lesson around Halloween when the kids are already hyped up on sugar and want to 'talk' to their classmates.
This activity allows the students to DISCOVER the differences between EXPERIMENTAL and THEORETICAL probability and connect it to everyday experiences. The probability lesson lends itself to fractions, decimals, percents, data collection, rational & irrational numbers, statistical graphs (box and whiskers, frequency tables...), measu
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5th - 9th
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Experimental Probability Activity (dice lab)
In this activity students work with a partner to roll a pair of dice (many times) and record the sum of the dice in a data collection sheet. Once the data has been collected the students are walked through the process of calculating the experimental probability for each sum and then the theoretical probability for each sum and are asked questions about the differences they find between the values. Students also make a bar graph using the percentages for theoretical probability and can visually s
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7th - 11th
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Theoretical vs Experimental Probability Lab (includes making predictions)
This is a fun, student-centered activity in which students working with a partner will conduct an experimental lab tossing 2 coins. After completing the lab, they will draw conclusions based upon the results of the activity concerning the difference between theoretical and experimental probability. Then they use experimental probability to make predictions. I have included the lab activity, a follow-up worksheet which can be used to engage student discussion after the lab, and a worksheet for
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6th - 9th
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Water Bottle Flipping Investigation
Water bottle flipping- ratio, percent, measurement, data collection and graphing! The kids love bottle flipping and this product will let you bring bottle flipping into your classroom in an educational way!
Students will make predictions about the ideal water level in their water bottle that will result int he most successful flips. They will then record data about their bottle and conduct a variety of trials using different water levels to test their success with flipping their bottle at d
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5th - 7th
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How Many Licks to the Center of a Tootsie Pop? Statistics!
Looking for novel way to get your middle school students excited about math and statistics?!
This file contains everything you need to conduct the experiment (except the Tootsie Pops!) that answers the age old question "How many licks does it take to get the center of a tootsie pop?" The lesson covers mean, median, mode, range, outliers, tables, graphs, box and whisker plots, data collection, pre and post discussion questions, experimental procedures, and student reflection. I also provided a s
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6th - 9th
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Spring into Statistics Data Displays and Measures of Center Lab
This is a hands-on lab that teaches about Statistical Questions, Data Displays (dot/line plot, histograms, box plots) and Measures of Center (mean, median, mode, and range). The lab includes notes pages, examples with answer keys, and a final project in which the student can survey classmates and create a "flower" by using their data to find mean, median, mode, range. They will also create a box plot, histogram and dot plot.
Scatterplots Linear Regression Line of Best Fit Forearms & Height (Editable)
After teaching my students about scatterplots, correlation, and the line of best fit, I take a day for them to do a hands-on lab, in which they measure their height (in inches) and their forearm length (from the tip of their elbow, to the bony point on their wrist), and we plot the class data, write the equation of the line of best fit, and then use the equation generated both forwards and backwards. They will need 45 minutes to an hour to do this in class.
I have found that if the students br
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7th - 12th
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Fidget Spinner Math Investigation Scatter Plots and Data Displays
This pack contains two awesome activities involving the latest fad that is driving teachers CRAZY in middle school classrooms: FIDGET SPINNERS:
TWO Activities are contained in this pack!
Activity 1 is geared towards 8th grade students who have already studied scatter plots and interpreting correlations. In this activity students will collect data and compare the weight and time spinning of a fidget spinner. Materials required: scale, stop watch, and of course fidget spinners!
Activity 2 can b
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6th - 9th
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WHO'S YOUR DADDY? Corn Genetics Unit WITH Guided Inquiry Lab
50 PAGE Mendelian Genetics Unit with a Guided Inquiry Lab using an optional Chi-Squared Statistical Test.
This can be done as a lab or can just be used as a PowerPoint presentation on Genetics and/or Meiosis.
THIS LAB IS BEST USING THE REAL EARS OF CORN BUT CAN BE DONE WITH THE PHOTOS AT THE END. CORN EARS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM BIOLOGICAL SUPPLY COMPANIES OR YOUR GARDEN. :)
This lab covers the following concepts:
1. Corn Genetics, Monohybrids and Dihybrids
2. Corn (Plant) Reproduction (Ani
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Chi-Square Analysis with M&Ms
Complete Chi-Square Analysis problems with something kids love! M&Ms! This will walk your students through step-by-step to complete a Chi-Square test using Milk Chocolate M&Ms. They will complete individual data as well as class data. Two more pages of additional practice (pea plants) are also included.
I use zip-lock bags (freezer style since they are more durable) and empty one standard size package of M&Ms into it. As long as kids are not too rough with it, it allows you t
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Intro to Statistics Dice Game (with brief lesson)
This is designed to give students a very basic introduction to the world of statistics. They do not need any special knowledge to participate. After giving students a brief lesson how how statistics work, they will have fun experimenting with various dice games. This is fun for both students and teachers. Anyone can do it for any math class!
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6th - 8th
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Basketball Statistics Project
Description: Engage your middle school students in the exciting world of basketball while reinforcing math and data analysis skills with this interactive Basketball Stats Project! This comprehensive resource is designed to captivate students' interest in both sports and mathematics, making learning both fun and meaningful.Take your students to the gym or outdoor playground hoop and they'll collect data on "How many baskets can ___ graders make in 60 seconds?" (the template is set to sixth grade
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5th - 8th
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Real-Life Statistics Project
Students must think of a survey question that can be answered numerically. Then, they must go out into their community or school and ask at least 15 people their question. After collecting their data, they must find the minimum, maximum, range, mean, median, and mode. Also, they must graph their results, and answer a few reflection questions about their data.
I have my kids put all of this information on a poster or make a powerpoint presentation to show the class. I find this activity re
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4th - 8th
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Skittles Lab - Scatter Plots
In this lab, students will be creating data that they can use to create scatter plots and either demonstrate their understanding of scatter plots or discover new learning about scatterplots. Students will be creating two different scatter plots based on their skittles in their cup. They will follow directions and plot the data they create. The first part has students analyzing the trend of their data (positive, negative, no association) and describing the shape of the data. The second part of t
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7th - 9th
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M&M Statistics Project
This is a great hands on project for the class that likes to keep active. The students will be given a bag of M&M's and make some predictions. Then data will be collected. Students will then find MEAN, MEDIAN, MODE, THE LOWER QUARTILE, THE UPPER QUARTILE, RANGE, INTERQUARTILE RANGE. Then the students will construct a box and whisker plot with the data. To conclude the project they will compile a powerpoint and include charts from excel or google sheets. A rubric is included for grading
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7th - 9th
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Pennies and Dice Probability Experiment - Statistics, Probability, and Data #9
In this hands-on activity, students will flip a coin and roll a six-sided die 200 times each to see if the results of their tests matches up with the hypothetical probability of each result.If you don't have coins or dice, there are online virtual versions of coins and dice.Assignment fits on one double-sided sheet.
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Statistics, Probability, and Data Bundle
Fidget Spinner Tasks
This 5 part lesson combines math, science, and the fidget spinner craze! The five tasks incorporate 6th and 7th grade common core math standards in statistics and some geometry (area/circumference), along with the scientific method and writing.
Task 1: Ask a statistical question
-Includes identifying independent and controlled variables to design experiment fairly
Task 2: Background Research
-Includes drawing, describing qualities, calculating circumference and area of two circles, and weighing
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6th - 7th
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Consistency in Baking: A Data Story
This is a guide on how to use the consistency in baking results & group sheets. This is a statistics assessment:5 number summarymeanrange & IQRStandard deviationbox and whisper plotsYou don;t need to use this as an assessment but it's a great way to teach the importance of data and how it's useful in a commercial setting. This practical will also help students understand mean and standard deviation. i find that students know how to calculate mean, median and mode but no matter how many t
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6th - 10th
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Psychology Lab Stress Correlations 2 AP Psychology Statistics Holmes Rahe
This is another version of my stress correlation labs, it simply relies on a different stress measurement tool.In this collection we make use of the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale (HRSS) at… https://kresserinstitute.com/tools/holmes/ In this lab the students check the correlation between stress as measured by the HRSS and a variety of self-reports. I have included… Holmes and Rahe Stress and stress self-report Attending and Holmes and Rahe stress correlation Holmes and Rahe Stress and alertness s
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Probability Carnival Project
Using Mr. Naussbaum's probability fair website (a free, typically unblocked, math game), Students will play common carnival games and use the slides to answer questions about the probability of outcomes.
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6th - 8th
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STEM Challenge Make a Paper Dice Geometry Lab Experiment PRINT and DIGITAL
In this STEM challenge, students create and test a paper die. They learn about dice and how their cube shape allows them to land on random numbers each time they are rolled. This hands on science lab activity incorporates geometry (3D shapes) and probability with engineering and design. This resource includes: teacher directions, discussion questions, and extension activitiesbackground information about dice and how they workan introduction to the challenge to get students starteda student respo
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Data Organization and Statistical Analysis Activity: Lucky Die Lab
An engaging way for students to learn about how scientists generate data and make meaning of that data using statistical tools. Featured Concepts:Data Organization in TablesData Analysis Using Measures of Central Tendency: Mean, Median and Mode. NGSS Science and Engineering Practice: Using mathematics and computational thinkingMaterials needed in addition to the handouts: Dice (one per student dyad)Includes bonus second page featuring analysis of experimental design, with opportunities for fur
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5th - 8th
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Statistics Activities Bundle
This bundle has 2 labs, 1 project, and a movie worksheet to Luca.
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6th - 10th
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Fidget Spinners: Math in Motion
If a fidget spinner is better at holding a student’s interest than my math lesson, it’s not the fidget spinner than needs to go! Let’s use them to help the students see the math in their everyday life math in a fun and engaging way. Students will gather and interpret data, convert measurements of time, graph data, and even use online software if you wish.As a “S.T.E.M. in Action” lesson, you’ll find all four components of a true S.T.E.M. curriculum represented.Science — Students design an experi
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6th - 9th
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