Data B
Mathematics K–10 (2022) · Stage 2 · View this focus area on the NESA NSW Curriculum website ↗
Outcomes
MA2-DATA-01 collects discrete data and constructs graphs using a given scaleMA2-DATA-02 interprets data in tables, dot plots and column graphsContent dot points
Each dot point has its own page with resources matched to it.
Select and trial methods for data collection
- Create a survey and related recording sheet, considering the appropriate organisation of categories for data collection
- Refine survey questions as necessary after a small trial
- Conduct a survey or make observations to collect categorical or numerical data
- Compare the effectiveness of different methods of collecting and recording data
Construct and interpret data displays with many-to-one scales
- Use a given many-to-one scale to represent discrete data in column graphs
- Use data in a spreadsheet to create column graphs with units on vertical axes that are in multiples
- Interpret and evaluate the effectiveness of various data displays found in media and in factual texts where displays represent data using a scale of many-to-one
Stage 2 planning resources
Stage- or course-wide documents (scope and sequences, guides) that cover this focus area alongside others.
- Unit/PlanningMaking connections – Stage 2 (parallel content)
- Unit/PlanningSample scope and sequence – Stage 2