Instructional+Lesson

=Title of Lesson= Exploring Relationships with Real Data

Overview
The purpose of this immersion session is to provide participants with a lived-in experience of what it is like to learn in a 1:1 math class. Today we are going to explore how to determine the optimal model for data that we are provided or collect.

Standards
The lesson is based upon the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for Algebra I:

Algebra I 3.03 - Create linear models for sets of data to solve problems. > a. Interpret constants and coefficients in the context of the data. > b. Check the model for goodness-of-fit and use the model, where appropriate, to draw conclusions or make predictions. > Algebra I 4.01 - Use linear functions or inequalities to model and solve problems; justify results. > a. Solve using tables, graphs, and algebraic properties. > b. Interpret constants and coefficients in the context of the problem.

Essential Question
How can relationships be examined through real data?

Learning Outcomes

 * The learner will be able to create scatterplots and regression equations
 * The learner will be able to analyze which regression equation best fits the data and why
 * The learner will be able to create and analyze their own data set

Duration
90 minutes

Classroom Logistics
All students have a laptop, desks are grouped in groups of four, projector in center of front board, Charging station in back right

Tools + Rationale for each tool used:
Excel Internet

Prior Content Knowledge:
Linear Equations

Prior Internet/Web 2.0 Resource Knowledge:
Basic use of Excel and Online Applets

Instructional Strategy/Activities (Lecture, workshop, etc.):
Inquiry-based activities, small group collaboration, large group discussion

Student Deliverables:
Google Form submission; Completed group page for activity 1; Completed group project for activity 2