Which graph is most appropriate?

In this lesson plan, students will create and compare a scatterplot and line graph to determine which is the most appropriate representation of voter turnout and voting age population data from past presidential elections. Students will use both graphs to explore how the Reconstruction Amendments broadened the opportunity for civic participation.
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Basic Calculators, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: Civics, Math, Voting Rights, Reconstruction Amendments, 13th Amendment, 14th Amendment, 15th Amendment, Data Analysis, Voter Turnout, Voting Age Population, Scatterplot, Line Graph, Civic Participation
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource,  Data Set
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: STEM Lesson plans - Grades 6-12

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