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Teaching Data Science 

While K-12 data education is a relatively nascent field, there are already a variety of resources for teachers who want to implement data science in the classroom today. Here, schools and teachers can gather resources for implementing data science education into their classrooms ranging from year-long courses to short activities. 

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MODULE(S2)

MODULE(S2) offers materials that can be used as the primary text for mathematics and statistics courses that future secondary mathematics teachers take. They offer free curriculum materials in four areas: Algebra, Geometry, Modeling, and Statistics. They can be flexibly used in a variety of course settings, including semester-long content courses and capstone courses. To access the resources, fill out the form on their website.

Grade:

9-12, Higher education

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Teacher Education Materials

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None required

Math Modelling Hub

The Math Modeling Hub offers sample mathematical modeling problems including lesson plans and setup, learning goals, and student templates.

Grade:

All, K-5, 6-8, 9-12, College

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Lesson Plans

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None required

NetsBlox

NetsBlox is a visual programming language and cloud-based environment that enables novice programmers to create networked programs such as multi-player games. Its visual notation is based on Scratch and it uses the open source JavaScript code base of Snap! NetsBlox opens up the internet with its vast array of public domain scientific and other data sources making it possible to create STEM projects, such as displaying seismic activity anywhere on Earth using an interactive Google Maps background. Similarly, weather, air pollution, and many other data sources such as the Open Movie Database and the Sloan Digital Sky Server are available. NetsBlox also supports collaborative editing similar to Google Docs.

Grade:

9-12

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Tool & Curriculum Resources

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SAS Data Literacy Training

SAS provides a series of training modules for teachers seeking to improve their understanding of data literacy.

Grade:

All, K-5, 6-8, 9-12, College

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Professional Development

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None required

Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance

Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance offers professional learning opportunities for grades 3-8 teachers to integrate computational thinking, specifically computatational data analysis, with Weatherblur platform.

Grade:

3-5, 6-8

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Professional Development

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Weatherblur

Microsoft

Microsoft offers a data science lesson where students compare the running speeds of animals, conduct data analysis to compare the race times of peers ages 11-18, and use trend data to compare how their own speed will change with age. This lesson meets middle school technology, math, and physical education standards.

Grade:

6-8

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Lesson Plans

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Excel

PhET Interactive Simulations

PhET Interactive Simulations provides free simulations for K-12 to get students interacting with math and science through data-based inquiry.

Grade:

K-5, 6-8, 9-12

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Lesson Plans, Tools & Curriculum Resources

Software & Tools:
 

None required

SAS DataFly

SAS DataFly is an interactive, real-time data visualization tool for the classroom. Engage students with data through quick polls that generate real-time interactive data visualizations. Designed with education in mind, SAS DataFly offers tools and support for teachers to guide discussion and inspire students’ interest and learning.

Grade:

All, K-5, 6-8, 9-12, College

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Tools & Curriculum Resources

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None required

Making Sense of Graphs: DS4E Lesson Plan Competition

What's Healthy? Making Sense of Graphs and Data Reported in Media is a lesson plan selected from the DS4E Bite-Sized Lesson Plan Competition. In this lesson plan, students engage with a structured activity where they will make sense of a graph about which foods are perceives as healthy by two different groups. This plan involves data interpretation and collection.

Grade:

6-8, 9-12

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Lesson Plans

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None required

Modeling Our World with Mathematics

Modeling Our World with Mathematics is a high school mathematics course developed by the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Each module centers on a different real-world topic, and individual lessons then connect those themes to mathematical and data analysis concepts. The program also offers a summer institute for teachers.

Grade:

9-12

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Course Curriulum, Professional Development

Software & Tools:
 

None required

PredictioNN

High school introductory data science course. Half year or full year format. Includes lesson plans.

Grade:

9-12

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Lesson Plans, Course Curriculum

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Python

STEMcoding

STEMcoding offers a variety of data science and coding-based activities for the physical sciences teaching both the use of spreadsheets and Javascript code. These activities are accompanied by instructional videos providing step-by-step guides for instructors and students.

Grade:

9-12

Category:
 

Course Curriculum, Lesson Plans

Software & Tools:
 

Excel

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