What is Data?
Students will define data and identify different types of data (e.g., numbers, text, images) encountered in daily life.
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Students will define data and identify different types of data (e.g., numbers, text, images) encountered in daily life.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between data and information.
- Explain examples of data we collect about ourselves or our environment.
- Analyze why collecting data can be useful.
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