Grade Seven Mathematics
Data Management Project
Remembrance Day: Year of the Veteran
Name: ______Class: _____
Outcome F3: Select, defend, and use appropriate data collection methods and evaluate issues to be considered when collecting data.
Outcome F4: Construct a Histogram
Outcome F7: Formulate statistics projects to explore current issues from within mathematics, other subject areas, or the world of students.
In our unit on “Data Management” we have worked towards achieving an understanding of the various curriculum “outcomes” listed above. In this project we will assess our level of understanding of these outcomes, as well as make use of our IEI technology and considerable software applications. As an added component we shall study the impact of various conflicts in our history. Since 2005 is the “Year of the Veteran” it makes sense to use our efforts to remember and reflect on the sacrifices that Canadians have made to maintain peace and order in the world.
What I Am Given:
· Opportunity to learn how to develop a PowerPoint® presentation using IEI technologies.
· Opportunity to learn how to develop an Inspiration® mind-map for planning my project.
· Opportunity to learn how to develop a graph using Microsoft Excel® or Appleworks® spreadsheet software.
· Opportunity to “cut and paste” from a spreadsheet program to a PowerPoint® presentation.
· Statistical data provided by the Royal Canadian Legion©
· Website addresses where information on how to use the above software can be found as well as data on world conflicts visited by Canadian Armed Forces.
What I Need to Do:
· Develop a research project plan using Inspiration®. A copy of this plan must be submitted prior to completing the project.
Things to include in your plan:
What conflicts have Canadians participated in since 1900?
How many Canadians have participated in each conflict?
What was the impact of each conflict to Canadians?
Where am I getting my information?
What websites am I going to use?
· Develop a PowerPoint® presentation with a minimum of ten (10) slides based on your own research (books, data supplied by teacher, internet, etc...). Please include:
1. a histogram showing the participation in war of Canadians from 1900-1950 and 1950-2000.
2. a bar graph showing the participation in WWII of Canadians by province.
3. a histogram showing
4. a basic bibliography page listing all resources cited in the presentation.
· Present your PowerPoint® presentation in class. Be prepared to answer a few questions on the data display and data analysis.
How Will I Be Assessed?
· A self assessment will be used to assess the “planning process” used in the development of this project. (after day 1)
· A peer assessment will be used to assess the presentation in class.
· A scoring rubric will be used to assess the “product” (PowerPoint®)
· A self assessment will be used to assess the group “process” you went through to develop this project.
Statistical Data Provided by Royal Canadian Legion (2004)
Canada:
World War I World War II Korean War Gulf War
Participants 628 736 1 081 865 26 791 4074
Died 66 573 44 927 516 0
Wounded 138 166 53 145 1558 0
Prisoners 2 818 8 271 33 0
Of War
Newfoundland:
World War I World War II
Participants 16 922 19 460
Died 11 593 704
Wounded unknown unknown
Prisoners 180 unknown
of War
Victoria Cross: A total of ninety-three (93) Victoria Cross’s have been awarded to
Canadian soldiers.
World War II Intake: Number of soldiers by province.
P.E.I - 2309 Nova Scotia - 50 355
N.B. - 45 137 Quebec – 176 441
Ontario - 398 808 Manitoba – 76 444
Sask. - 80 605 Alberta – 77 703
B.C. - 90 976 Out of Canada – 17 124
Mercant Navy: 159 Canadian Seamen died by enemy action in WWI
1146 Candian Seamen died by enemy action in WWII
1059 Seamen names are on the Halifax Monument.
Remembrance Day Math ProjectScoring Rubric
Name: ______/ Teacher:
Criteria / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Use of "Inspiration" to plan. / Student has not demonstrated a clear vision of the final product through the use of "Inspiration". No plan is submitted. / Student has demonstrated a somewhat clear vision of the final product through the use of "Inspiration". / Student has demonstrated a clear vision of the final product through the use of "Inspiration". / Student has demonstrated a superior vision of the final product through the use of "Inspiration". / ____
Understanding of how to generate a PowerPoint Presentation / PowerPoint presentation is incomplete. / PowerPoint presentation is not well organized and may be lacking details required. / PowerPoint presentation is well organized and completed in the time provided. / PowerPoint presentation is very well organized and completed in the time provided. Student has demonstrated an advanced understanding of this software program. / ____
Understanding of Data Displays, particularlyHistograms. / Student has not demonstrated an understanding of how to develop data displays. / Student has demonstrated a basic understanding of data displays. May lack proper labeling / Student has demonstrated a good understanding of data displays. Accomplished in the use of spreadsheet software. / Student has demonstrated a very good understanding of computer generated data displays. Excellent use of spreadsheet programs. / ____
Data analysis. Demonstrate an ability to "read" the data display. To formulate conclusions from secondary data. / Student has demonstrated no understanding of data analysis. Work not completed in required time. / Student has demonstrated a rudimentary understanding of data analysis. Basic conclusions have been drawn from the data. / Student has demonstrated a good understanding of data analysis. Good conclusions have been drawn and further research has been demonstrated. / Student has demonstrated an excellent understanding of data analysis. Multiple conclusions are drawn from each set of data. Further research has been demonstrated. / ____
Information Gathering / Information is gathered from non-electronic or electronic sources only. / Information is gathered from limited electronic and non-electronic sources. / Information is gathered from multiple electronic and non-electronic sources. / Information is gathered from multiple electronic and non-electronic sources and cited in a bibliography page (on the PowerPoint). / ____
Total----> / ____
Peer Assessment
Presentation
Name: ______/ Teacher:
Criteria / Points
1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Organization / Audience cannot understand presentation because there is no sequence of information. / Audience has difficulty following presentation because student jumps around. / Student presents information in logical sequence which audience can follow. / Student presents information in logical, interesting sequence which audience can follow. / ____
Content Knowledge / Student does not have grasp of information; student cannot answer questions about subject. / Student is uncomfortable with information and is able to answer only rudimentary questions. / Student is at ease with content, but fails to elaborate. / Student demonstrates full knowledge (more than required)with explanations and elaboration. / ____
Visuals / Student used no visuals. / Student occasional used visuals that rarely support text and presentation. / Visuals related to text and presentation. / Student used visuals to reinforce screen text and presentation. / ____
Mechanics / Student's presentation had four or more spelling errors and/or grammatical errors. / Presentation had three misspellings and/or grammatical errors. / Presentation has no more than two misspellings and/or grammatical errors. / Presentation has no misspellings or grammatical errors. / ____
Delivery / Student mumbles, incorrectly pronounces terms, and speaks too quietly for students in the back of class to hear. / Student incorrectly pronounces terms. Audience members have difficulty hearing presentation. / Student's voice is clear. Student pronounces most words correctly. / Student used a clear voice and correct, precise pronunciation of terms. / ____
Total----> / ____
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Self Assessment
Remembrance Day Group Project
Name: ______/ Teacher:
Date: ______/ Title of Work: ______
Skills / Criteria / Points
1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Helping
I offered assistance to other group members. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Listening
I listened to my group members and worked with other's ideas. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Participating:
I contributed to the project. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Persuading:
I exchanged, defended, and reworked our group ideas. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Questioning:
I was interacting, discussing, and posing questions to all members of the team. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Respecting:
I was encouraging and supporting of the ideas and efforts of others. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Sharing:
I was offering ideas and reporting my findings to other group members. / None of the Time / Some of the Time / Most of the Time / All of the Time / ____
Total Points / ____
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Self Assessment
Grade 7 Math Remembrance Day Project: Day 1 “Inspiration”
Name: ______/ Teacher:
Criteria / Points
1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Understands how to use "Inspiration" to develop a project plan. / Unable to complete assignment due to lack of understanding or poor use of time. / A basic form that provides a general outline for the project. It does not contain enough information to develop this project. / A good web of ideas put together in a logical manner. It contains enough information to develop a project. / A fully developed model of a project plan. Student has demonstrated above average skills in the manipulation of text and images. / ____
Use of Time / Didn't do a thing. I didn't understand so I didn't get anything done. / I ran out of time because I was talking to my partners rather than working. I need help with the "Inspiration" software. / We did a decent job. Used our time wisely but struggled with what we were being asked. Perhaps we ran out of time. / It's done! We worked well together and created a plan we are very proud of. We made good use of our time and resources. / ____
Communication with teacher and fellow group members. / We communicated alright! I spent more time talking about anything other than this project. / I shared some ideas with my group members but couldn't really get into it. / I discussed ideas with my partners and the teacher at times. I had other ideas but was too shy to participate fully. / I was the leader of my group. I gave ideas in most facets of the project. I made sure the teacher knew what we were doing and asked questions. / ____
Total---->____
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