You will create a simple research study and use Excel to help you total your findings and present your information in graph format.


graphSelect a topic to study: What state do the students come from, what month were they born, what is their favorite spot to eat on campus.

Use the spreadsheet to collect and total your data

Create a chart from the data (variable and total)
Select the best kind of chart to represent your data.

Take a screen shot (Apple/Shift #4), 0pen in a graphic program and save as a jpeg. Add this to your computer products electronic portfolio page.

How might you use graphs with students in your classroom? Why are graphs particularly helpful to help students understand mathematical relationships?