Unit 6 Lessons 4&5

Introduction question: Why are charts and graphs so important when showing data to an audience? This session will be recorded for educational purposes

Today’s Session Objectives 1) I can identify different types of charts 2) I can choose the appropriate chart for the information being delivered

Essential Questions: 1) Why do different types of charts and graphs exist? What are their variations? 2) How do I choose the correct chart or graph to convey information to my audience?

Unit 6, Lesson 4 Organization of data in spreadsheet Column Titles Formatting Creation of chart based on data Select data Run Chart Wizard Formatting chart Colors/Fonts Axis Titles Chart Title Legend Chart Placement http://img.memecdn.com/first-pie-chart-ever_o_151076.jpg

Setting up a chart in excel Brief video on how to create charts Take notes on Charts presented Parts of a chart Formatting tips Be prepared to discuss your findings after the video https://1to10reviews.files.wordpress.com/2008/04/2378421649_4f7a219f94_o.png

Turn and Talk: Chart creation video Message the person above and below you Answer question: What charts were used in the video and how do you format them after they are created? Respond to messages Did they get all the chart types? Do you agree with their interpretation of how to format? 2 Minutes! http://www.aperfectworld.org/clipart/communications/communicate11.png

Unit 6, Lesson 5 Different Types of Charts Line Column Bar Pie Histogram Reasons To Use Different Charts Data being shown Comparison needs Creator preference What All Charts Need Color Easy to read Avoid clutter Avoid redundancy http://funnyasduck.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/funny-minute-length-bar-chart-pics.jpg

Different types of charts When would each type be used? Bar Chart Column Chart Pie Chart Line Graph

Scenarios: What chart to use? How much different utilities cost depending on the month of the year Column Chart Pie Chart Histogram Line Chart http://www.mathfunny.com/images/mathpics-mathjoke-mathmeme-funny-math-pics-haha-joke-meme-puns-piechart-percent.jpg

Scenarios: What chart to use? Results of a survey asking people their favorite type of music Column Chart Pie Chart Histogram Line Chart http://cdn.smosh.com/sites/default/files/2015/04/school-pie-challenge.jpg

Scenarios: What chart to use? The number of students enrolled in a local martial arts class Column Chart Pie Chart Histogram Line Chart http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lf55bpRSmA1qcbe4jo1_500.png

6.04 & 6.05 Graded Assignments 6.04 Graded Assignment: Creating a spreadsheet on national and state gas prices Using the data to create a line chart Format chart and legend 6.05 Graded Assignment: Using the data to create a vertical line chart Survey people to ask which chart is preferred Create chart on survey results http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DWvaRE9Szlg/TgyPi_Aib-I/AAAAAAAABmQ/GG9EDRzvwjM/s1600/funny-graphs-death-star2.gif

Essential Questions: 1) Why do different types of charts and graphs exist? What are their variations? 2) How do I choose the correct chart or graph to convey information to my audience?

Today’s Session Objectives 1) I can identify different types of charts 2) I can choose the appropriate chart for the information being delivered

Marching orders 6.03 Graded Assignment 6.04 Graded Assignment Due 4/7 by 11:59pm Submit to Dropbox 6.04 Graded Assignment Due 4/8 by 11:59pm 6.05 Graded Assignment Tomorrow’s CC Read Lesson: 6.06: When to use a tool