文档介绍：Statistics-oriented writing
2006
Objectives
The learners should be able to:
1) write an test-article with statistics
2) understand the different functions of different graphs.
3). write simple authentic report making use of statistics
4) convert text to graphs and insert graphs via word processor
Tasks
1) Write a report on “How my classmates spent their winter vacation”,using the data collected in class.
Alternatives:
Mobile phone in my class
My yearly expenditure in the university
2) finish the article in a graph-embedded word document.
Procedure
(first period)
the functions of different graphs
understanding
collection (data- understanding)
classification and analysis (group discussion)
5. draft (after class)
Procedure
Second period
learning and application
samples discussion
3. learn to present graphs in a word document
4. modify and type the draft ( after class)
Assignment
A report presented in a word document with graphs embedded in
are the different functions of the following graphs? When do we use them?
Bar graph
Pie chart
Line graph
understanding
Question:
1) If you use statistics or graph in an argument or an exposition, what is the function of it? (arguments)
2)What are the other possible means to convince others?
(examples, quotations, theories etc)
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