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Direct linkEnglish, Lyn; Watson, Jane – Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 2016
Statistical literacy is a vital component of numeracy. Students need to learn to critically evaluate and interpret statistical information if they are to become informed citizens. This article examines a Year 5 unit of work that uses the data collection and analysis cycle within a sustainability context.
Descriptors: Decision Making Skills, Statistics, Data, Data Interpretation
Marshall, Linda; Swan, Paul – Australian Primary Mathematics Classroom, 2006
Statistical literacy is defined as "the ability to read and interpret data: the ability to use statistics as evidence in arguments. Statistical literacy is a competency: the ability to think critically about statistics" (Schield, p. 2). When a definition of statistical literacy is considered it can be seen that all students can manage a…
Descriptors: Young Children, Reading Ability, Statistics, Critical Thinking
