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Grade 8 Coding Curriculum: Coding Involving Data Analysis
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Grade Eight: Coding Involving Data Analysis
By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
- Write, read, alter, and execute code, including code that involves the analysis of data
- Describe how changes to the code affect the outcomes and the efficiency of the code
Lesson 1: Review of Sub-Programs and Defined Counts
Students identify and discuss examples of sub-programs and defined counts in their daily lives
Lesson 2: Making Graphs on Google Sheets
Students create a graph, determine the mean and median, and use conditional formatting to view data on a spreadsheet.
Lesson 3: Describing Data Sets Using Pseudocode
Students describe data sets using mathematical language.
Lesson 4: Describing Data Sets on Scratch
Students use conditional statements on Scratch to show relationships between data sets.
Lesson 5: Making a Scatter Plot on Scratch
Students create a scatter plot on Scratch to display relevant data.
Scratch Tutorial
Video for applying lessons learned on Scratch.