Tuesday, October 30thAGENDA:1 – Bell Ringer2 – Homework
Review3 – Quantitative &
Qualitative Variables
4 – Independent & Dependent Variables
5 – Exit TicketFriday is the last
dayfor late
assignments
Today’s Goal:Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.Homework1. Classroom Materials (see p. 3)2. Qualitative / Quantitative Variables & (p. 9-10)
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
4 MINUTES REMAINING…
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
3 MINUTES REMAINING…
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
2 MINUTES REMAINING…
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
1minute Remaining…
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
30 Seconds Remaining…
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
BELL-RINGER TIME IS
UP!
Tuesday, October 30thObjective: Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.
Bell Ringer (p. 15):1. When you look at the
following object, list all the characteristics you see:
2. Of the characteristics you listed, which were quantities?
3. Which characteristics could you not quantify?
Tuesday, October 30thAGENDA:1 – Bell Ringer2 – Homework
Review3 – Quantitative &
Qualitative Variables
4 – Independent & Dependent Variables
5 – Exit TicketFriday is the last
dayfor late
assignments
Today’s Goal:Students will be able to explain the difference between qualitative / quantitative variables and independent / dependent variables.Homework1. Classroom Materials (see p. 3)2. Qualitative / Quantitative Variables & (p. 9-10)
Shout OutsPeriod 1 – Kemo
Period 2 – Vincent
Period 3 – Chelsea
Homework1. Classroom Materials – Bring classroom materials from page 3 by Thursday at the latest.I will not provide calculators or writing utensils for the rest of the year.
2. Variables Homework– Page 9-10
Homework ReviewShoe Type Asics Nikes Pumas Average mile (minutes)
9 8.5 7.8
Comfort/Support Very comfortable, but wear out quickly
Not so comfy; cause blisters
Most supportive; have the most cushion
1. Based on the data, which shoes would you advise Mr. Spring to wear for his marathon? Why? (This is the conclusion)
2. What was the question Mr. Spring needed to answer?
Homework ReviewShoe Type Asics Nikes Pumas Average mile (minutes)
9 8.5 7.8
Comfort/Support Very comfortable, but wear out quickly
Not so comfy; cause blisters
Most supportive; have the most cushion
3. How did Mr. Spring gather background information about other shoes? 4. Why did Mr. Spring use the scientific method to solve this problem? What is the purpose of the scientific method? 5. How did Mr. Spring test his hypothesis? What was his procedure?
Week 8Weekly AgendaMonday 10/29 – Scientific
MethodTuesday 10/39 – Types of
VariablesWednesday 10/31 – Precision &
Accuracy, Chemical & Physical Changes
Thursday 11/1 – ReviewFriday 11/2 – Review
CHAMPS for October 30thC – Conversation – No talking unless
directedH – Help – RAISE HAND for questionsA – Activity – Take notes so you can
study later.M – Materials and Movement –
Pen/Pencil, PaperP – Participation – Take notes, answer
questionsS – Success – Understand the Scientific
Method
Notes: Please take out your notebook or a piece
of binder paperTopic: Data Analysis
Date: 10/30/2012
Notes: Data Analysis
Quantitative – Results from measurement; i.e. mass, volume, length, time.Qualitative – Deals with descriptions (color, beauty, shape).
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
Chief Keefe is a good rapper.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
Chief Keefe is a good rapper.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
I have two iPhone 5’sQualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
I have two iPhone 5’sQualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
This is a beautiful car.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
This is a beautiful car.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
There are three hamburgers on the plate.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
There are three hamburgers on the plate.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
The guy on the right is tall.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
The guy on the right is tall.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
The guy on the right is 6 foot 10.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Classify as Qualitative or Quantitative
The guy on the right is 6 foot 10.Qualitative or Quantitative?
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations?
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g __________ large _________ blue _________heavy ________ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
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3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g __________ large _________ blue _________heavy ________ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g __________ large _________ blue _________heavy ________ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ________ blue _________heavy ________ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue _________heavy ________ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ___L_____ heavy ___L____ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm ________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ____L____ heavy ___L____ small _________ 78°C _________long _________ 3.4 cm _________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ____L____ heavy ___L____ small ____L____ 78°C ________long _________ 3.4 cm _________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ____L____ heavy ___L____ small ____L____ 78°C ____N___long _________ 3.4 cm _________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ____L____ heavy ___L____ small ____L____ 78°C ____N___ long _____L___ 3.4 cm _________
Questions 1-3 in Packet (p. 7)1. What five senses do we use to make observations? Touch, Smell, Taste, Hearing, Sight
2. What is the difference between a qualitative and a quantitative observation?
Qualitative observation – Observation based on description.Quantitative observation– Observation based on measurement.
3. Identify each of the following observations as either qualitative (L) or quantitative (N).30 g _____N____ large ___L____ blue ____L____ heavy ___L____ small ____L____ 78°C ____N___ long _____L___ 3.4 cm ___N_____
Notes: Data Analysis (continued)Observation – Taking in information from your senses.
Inference – Making a judgment based on observation
What do you observe?
What do you infer?
Notes: Data Analysis (continued)Observation – Taking in information from your senses.
Inference – Making a judgment based on observation
What do you observe?
What do you infer?
Notes: Data Analysis (continued)
What do you observe?What do you infer?
Questions 4 in Packet (p. 7)
Observations Inferences
Notes: Data Analysis
Independent Variable – The variable that is changed in an experiment.
Dependent Variable – The variable that changes due to a change in the independent variable; measured.
Control – Something that is kept the same in an experiment.
Notes: Data Analysis
Example: Which fast food place’s hamburger will make you gain weight the fastest?
Independent Variable?Dependent Variable?Control?
Notes: Data Analysis
Example: Which fast food place’s hamburger will make you gain weight the fastest?
Independent Variable? Type of hamburgerDependent Variable? Weight gainedControl? No hamburgers
Notes: Data Analysis
From your homework:
What was the:Independent Variable – Dependent Variable – Control –
Notes: Data Analysis
From your homework:
What was the:Independent Variable – Type of shoe Dependent Variable – Control –
Notes: Data Analysis
From your homework:
What was the:Independent Variable – Type of shoe Dependent Variable – Mile TimeControl –
Notes: Data Analysis
From your homework:
What was the:Independent Variable – Type of shoe Dependent Variable – Mile TimeControl – How far he ran
Question 6 in packet (p. 7)Read the passage to yourself silently. Answer the questions with a partner:
Question 6 in packet (p. 7)6.What is the independent variable in this experiment?
What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
Identify one thing that is held constant.
Question 6 in packet (p. 7)6. What is the independent variable in this experiment?Type of soil.What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
Identify one thing that is held constant.
Question 6 in packet (p. 7)6. What is the independent variable in this experiment?Type of soil.What is the dependent variable in this experiment?Water that flows throughIdentify one thing that is held constant.
Question 6 in packet (p. 7)6. What is the independent variable in this experiment?Type of soil.What is the dependent variable in this experiment?Water that flows throughIdentify one thing that is held constant.Amount of water. Why?
Question 7 in packet (p. 7)7. What is the independent variable in this experiment?
What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
Question 7 in packet (p. 7)7. What is the independent variable in this experiment?What’s in the containerWhat is the dependent variable in this experiment?
Question 7 in packet (p. 7)7. What is the independent variable in this experiment?What’s in the containerWhat is the dependent variable in this experiment?Temperature rise
Question 8 in packet (p. 8)8. Identify the independent variable in this experiment:
Identify the dependent variable in this experiment:
Identify two conditions that are held constant (controlled) in this experiment:
Question 8 in packet (p. 8)8. Identify the independent variable in this experiment: Amount of saltIdentify the dependent variable in this experiment:
Identify two conditions that are held constant (controlled) in this experiment:
Question 8 in packet (p. 8)8. Identify the independent variable in this experiment: Amount of saltIdentify the dependent variable in this experiment: Plant heightIdentify two conditions that are held constant (controlled) in this experiment:Same height at start of experiment, same amount of water
Exit Ticket (p. 16)Design an experiment that determine whether studying results in better grades.
1. What is your independent variable?2. What is your dependent variable?3. What is your control?4. Are your observations qualitative or
quantitative?