MPI Day 8 was all about Statistics and Probability. I really enjoyed today and it seemed to fly. Statistics just seems so much easier to digest and teach than the likes of Geometry and Measurement which have so many parts to them.
The Maths Talks focus was on Data Talks and I thought the examples shared with us were really great. I can't believe I have never thought to add this into my programme before. I really feel like I need to be smart about how I integrate all the Maths Talks examples into my daily programme and perhaps not just in maths time. Keep it topical...there would be lots of data that could be shared at the moment about the US election, with summer heading our way there will be data about weather and temperatures and then perhaps Christmas present popularity data!
The CensusAtSchool site will definitely be getting a good look at for the beginning of next year. From the Fabulous Feet lesson to Data Cards, lots of really great resources and ideas for teaching Statistics.
Kia ora Michelle,
ReplyDeleteIt was so nice to catch up with you face to face at the Wananga. It was a great 2 days in Auckland.
Data talk has been very popular and a great fun and creative way to teach statistics and interpreting graphs. I love your thinking around integrating it into other topics. Thinking smarter not harder.
Critical literacy is so important in statistics and it is great to transfer our literacy skills across into our maths.
The census at school site is fantastic and growing all the time. It is a site full of wonderful resources and ideas. I am looking forward to hearing how your probability lesson goes.
It is hard to believe we only have one more MPI session left for the year. It went by so quickly.
Donna
Kia ora Michelle,
ReplyDeleteYour post really made me reflect on how we can better integrate our English and Mathematics curriculums. As you mentioned, using extended discussion and critical thinking is a powerful way to enhance oral language, reading, and writing skills.
It has been a privilege to be part of MPI and to witness the evolution of teaching and learning practices over the year. Your growth in knowledge will have a hugely positive impact across the school, particularly as Mathematics becomes a key focus for our kura in 2025.
Thanks for your amazing mahi!!!
Ngā mihi nui,
Ilisa