Subject: Practical Research

Grade Level: Grade 11

Objective: Analyzing data in research

Learning across curriculum:

1) Mathematics - Analyzing data in research extends to Mathematics as students

need to utilize statistical analysis and data interpretation skills to analyze research
data.

2) Science - Analyzing data in research connects to Science as students need to

analyze and interpret scientific data gathered from experiments or observations.

3) English - Analyzing data in research relates to English as students need to

analyze and interpret qualitative data or written research findings.

Review Motivation:

[Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing]

[Instructional Materials: Research articles, props]

1) Students will role-play as researchers analyzing data in various research

scenarios.

2) Students will engage in a debate on the importance of data analysis in research.

3) Students will participate in a mystery box activity where they analyze clues to
solve a research-related problem.

Activity 1: Data Analysis in Real-Life Scenarios

[Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning]

Materials: Real-life scenarios, data sets

Significance: This activity allows students to apply data analysis skills to real-life
situations.

Instructions:

1) In groups, students will be given real-life scenarios that require data analysis.

2) Students will analyze the provided data sets and draw conclusions based on their
analysis.

3) Students will present their findings and discuss the implications of their data
analysis.

Rubric - Criteria: Accuracy of data analysis, clarity of conclusions, presentation

skills - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did you analyze the data in the given scenario?

2) What conclusions did you draw from your data analysis?

3) How do the findings of your data analysis relate to the real-life scenario?

Activity 2: Analyzing Research Data

[Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning]

Materials: Research articles, data sets

Significance: This activity allows students to analyze research data from published
articles.

Instructions:

1) Students will be provided with research articles and corresponding data sets.

2) Students will analyze the data sets and identify trends, patterns, and correlations.

3) Students will write a summary of their data analysis and discuss the implications
of the research findings.
Rubric - Criteria: Accuracy of data analysis, identification of
trends/patterns/correlations, clarity of summary - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) What trends did you observe in the research data?

2) What patterns or correlations did you identify in the data analysis?

3) How do the research findings contribute to the field of study?

Activity 3: Data Visualization Project

[Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning]

Materials: Data sets, art supplies, technology tools

Significance: This activity allows students to analyze and present data in a visually
appealing and informative way.

Instructions:

1) Students will be given a data set to analyze.

2) Students will create visual representations of the data using art supplies or
technology tools.

3) Students will present their data visualizations and explain the insights gained from
their data analysis.

Rubric - Criteria: Creativity of data visualization, accuracy of data representation,

clarity of insights - 15 pts.

Assessment Questions:

1) How did you choose to visualize the data in your project?

2) What insights did you gain from analyzing the data?

3) How does your data visualization effectively communicate the key findings?
ANALYSIS:

Activity 1 - Students successfully applied data analysis skills to real-life scenarios

and effectively presented their findings. This activity connects to the main objective
by allowing students to analyze data in research contexts.

Activity 2 - Students demonstrated their ability to analyze research data and draw
meaningful conclusions. This activity reinforces the objective of analyzing data in
research.

Activity 3 - Students showcased their creativity in visualizing data and effectively

communicated their data analysis insights. This activity enhances the understanding
of analyzing data in research through visual representation.

ABSTRACTION:

Analyzing data in research involves utilizing statistical analysis, interpreting

qualitative data, identifying trends, patterns, and correlations, and drawing
meaningful conclusions. By analyzing data, students can uncover potential rules and
patterns that deepen their understanding of research findings.

APPLICATION:

[Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning]

Task 1 - Students will conduct their own research project, collect data, and analyze
the gathered data using appropriate statistical methods.

Task 2 - Students will analyze real-life research study or survey and critically
evaluate the data analysis methods used, identifying strengths and weaknesses.

ASSESSMENT:

[Teaching Strategy: Discussion]

[Instructional Materials: Assessment rubrics, sample research studies]

Question 1: How did you apply data analysis techniques to your research project?
Question 2: What strengths and weaknesses did you identify in the data analysis
methods used in the research study?

Question 3: How does analyzing data contribute to the validity and reliability of
research findings?

Assignment:

1) Conduct a small-scale research project on a topic of your choice, collect data, and
analyze the gathered data using appropriate statistical methods. [Guiding Overview
for the Teacher: Provide guidance on research design, data collection methods, and
data analysis techniques.]

2) Critically analyze a published research article and evaluate the data analysis
methods used, discussing their effectiveness and potential improvements. [Guiding
Overview for the Teacher: Provide guidance on analyzing research articles,
identifying data analysis methods, and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses.]