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Lesson //9// :

Title of lesson: Where We Live

Description of lesson: We have previously discussed mean, median and mode. In this lesson, I will explain why and when we use this data. This lesson will center on real world applications of averages. We will discuss the types of careers that use this information. Examples will include engineers, city planners, scientists, and marketing.

Assignment: In this lesson, we are going to perform an experiment using mean, median and mode. The students completed some work on these concepts and now we will see how it can be applied in the real world. The Students will predict what they think the mean, median and mode distance is that class travels to school. The students will be using a mapping tool to mark where they live in the neighborhood. After everyone has dropped a pin on the map, we will begin to collect the data about the distance from school. We will be using the data to compute the distances and test our predictions about the mean, median and mode distance of where we live.

Resources/materials needed: Pen, paper, internet access, our map

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Technology reflection: This mapping tool is great because it is really easy to use and I think the students will have fun using it. What I love about it is that it is a great application for google maps. The kids can really learn how to manipulate google maps through this assignment. I think that google maps is one of the most valuable web resources around today. This is a valuable resource for the student’s to learn.

Evaluation: The only concern I have about this lesson is whether the students or parents would be concerned about sharing where they live.