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Q6 Make Your Case: Introduction

13. Data Detectives

Introduction

Case File 006 Make Your Case: Data Viz

Detectives, we have a new challenge for you! After gathering clues, analyzing evidence, and charting your findings in your Data Detective Notebooks, it’s time to share what you have discovered.

Your mission: Create an infographic that shows who you think stole the collectible and why. Your infographic will need to include:

  • Three pieces of evidence that support your prediction.
  • At least one chart from your notebook.
  • Visuals and text that make your reasoning clear and easy to understand.

Why an infographic? Because the best detectives don’t just solve mysteries, they share their findings clearly so others can see the patterns, understand the clues, and agree with their conclusions. Think of your infographic as your official case report, but way more colorful and fun!

Learning Objectives:

I can:

  • Use my Data Detective Notebook to choose who I think did it and explain why.
  • Select three pieces of evidence, including one chart, to support my prediction.
  • Organize my infographic with visuals and text so it is easy to understand.
  • Create a clear, accurate infographic that persuasively supports my conclusion.

Infographic Basics

Step 1. While playing the video below, think about these questions and be prepared to discuss with your detective partner.

  • What form of infographic is most appealing to you?
  • What percentage do people remember of what they see? Read? Hear?
  • What are important parts of an infographic?

Infographics

Direct link (5:41 min.)

Step 2. Go to your 13. Data Detective Notebook that you have saved in your Thing 13 Data Detectives folder. On slide 12, Q6 Make Your Case: Introduction:

  • Record your answers to the posted questions above.
  • You may replayed the video as needed.

13.DATA DETECTIVES

13.Q6 VOCABULARY

13.Q6 Student Checklist
 

13.Q6 Teacher Guide 

MITECS  Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and

ISTE Standards for Students

1. Empowered Learner
d. Understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.

5. Computational Thinker
a. Formulate problem definitions suited for technology-assisted methods such as data analysis, abstract models, and algorithmic thinking in exploring and finding solutions.
b. Collect data or identify relevant data sets, use digital tools to analyze them, and represent data in various ways to facilitate problem-solving and decision-making.

6. Creative Communicator
c. Use digital tools to visually communicate complex ideas to others.
d. Publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.

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