1. Unit 6
Lessons 4&5

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

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

4. 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?

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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!

8. 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

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

10. Scenarios: What chart to use?
How much different utilities cost depending on the month of the year
Column Chart
Pie Chart
Histogram
Line Chart

11. Scenarios: What chart to use?
Results of a survey asking people their favorite type of music
Column Chart
Pie Chart
Histogram
Line Chart

12. Scenarios: What chart to use?
The number of students enrolled in a local martial arts class
Column Chart
Pie Chart
Histogram
Line Chart

13. 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

14. 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?

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

16. 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