Course Syllabus
Exploring Data with Science
Learn how to conduct a Schoolyard Biodiversity Challenge. Give your students the opportunity to explore the concept of biodiversity in a tangible, local environment. You will discover tools and strategies that allow your students to contextualize the process of collecting and analyzing local plant and animal data, as well as solidify the notion that science and mathematics are intricately related. Examples will include resources and modifications for a wide variety of grade levels.
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
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- Employ elements of mathematics within science to build a contextual understanding of abstract concepts.
- Examine the importance of recording, representing and analyzing data in context.
- Apply critical thinking skills to examine data and potential bias.
Format
This course is a self-paced course. To obtain your completion badge for this course you will have to complete a self-reflection.
Grade Level
This course is suitable for educators teaching Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Estimate Duration
This course should take you 1-2 hours to complete.
Earn your badge
You will have to complete a self-reflection to receive your digital badge. This badge can be added to your professional portfolio. Completion of this webinar counts towards the requirements for the Learning Pathway: STEM Focused Learning.
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