Lying with Graphs (ARC)
Joan Brenneman, University of Central Oklahoma
Kristi Karber, University of Central Oklahoma
In this activity, students begin by assessing various graphics and classifying whether the graphs depict quantitative or qualitative data. They answer questions regarding what the graphs are saying, as well as determine how changes in a graph may distort the picture. Students generate Excel graphs based on real-world data, including pie charts, bar graphs, and line charts. Critical questions are asked regarding the student-generated graphs to enhance their skill in accurately interpreting graphed information. Lastly, students will continue analyzing misleading graphs, make claims regarding the misrepresentation of the graphs, and communicate their justifications to their peers via a homework assignment.
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