Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 6 Unit 8

7/4/11. In this issue we look at box office receipts for blockbuster movies as well as flops. There is a characteristic curve that results for either type and we develop some regression models based on the data.

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7/11/11. In this issue we look at the underlying factors that make Texas such a powerhouse for employment. Using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Census Bureau, we dig into the numbers.

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8/8/11. In this issue we look at federal spending and the growth of such spending. Looking at data provided by the government, we calculate the annual rate of growth.

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8/15/11. In this issue we look at the specifics of the new NFL collective bargaining agreement. It provides an opportunity to apply data analysis and algebra skills.

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8/22/11. In this issue we look at the way in which the U.S. government borrows money. This involves an exploration of Treasury bonds and notes.

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9/5/11. In this issue we look at the financial state of the U.S. Postal Service to see why it is having such a difficult time staying in business.

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9/26/11. In this issue we look at the state of the euro and the economies in the Eurozone.

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10/10/11. In this issue we look at the Boston Red Sox and their improbable collapse in September. They were one out away from making the playoffs, but they ended their game and season in dramatic fashion.

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10/24/11. In this issue we pay tribute to the life and times of Steve Jobs. We also analyze financial data for Apple to see what a dramatic impact Jobs had.

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10/31/11. In this issue we look at TV ratings for the Fall 2011 lineup. Why do some series succeed and others fail after a few episodes?

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11/21/11. In this issue we look at the NBA labor dispute. Why is this labor dispute so different from the one for the NFL?

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12/19/11. In this issue we look at the steep drop in the price of NetFlix’s stock. We examine why it happened and make a prediction about the stock’s future.

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February 2012. In this issue of Math in the News, we analyze data on the price of gasoline.

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March 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at Peyton Manning's new contract with the Denver Broncos. Was this a good deal or not?

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April 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at the future of Research in Motion's Blackberry, in light of the rise of the iPhone and Android devices.

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September 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at the great Monarch butterfly migration.

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September 2012. In this issue we look at August 2012 unemployment statistics.

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September 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at the Monarch Butterfly Migration with new data since our last investigation of it.

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September 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at the remarkable success of the Washington Nationals baseball team. In the process we look at the success of new baseball franchises and why this happens.

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October 2012. In this issue of Math in the News we look at Columbus' voyages. We make some calculations based on map data.

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October 2012. In this issue of Math in the News, we look at Halloween-related data. In particular, we look at statistics related to pumpkins.

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Solve an interactive word search puzzle on the topic of Data Analysis.

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Solve an interactive word search puzzle on the topic of Data Analysis.

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Solve an interactive word search puzzle on the topic of Data Analysis.

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Solve an interactive word search puzzle on the topic of Data Analysis.

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Solve an interactive word search puzzle on the topic of Data Analysis.

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In this interactive, review seven commonly used data displays. Provides a quck review tool for a unit on data analysis. Note: the download is the Teacher's Guide.

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Data Analysis

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Data Analysis

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This segment introduces the 2008 mortgage crisis, explaining how mortgage defaults caused widespread economic repercussions, including a recession. It outlines basic mortgage concepts such as loan amount, interest rate, and repayment periods. Key terms include mortgage, interest rate, and amortization. The segment sets the stage for exploring how specific mortgage types, like subprime loans, led to financial instability.

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Data Analysis

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The video defines a mortgage as a long-term loan used to purchase a home and explains its components: loan amount, interest rate, and payment periods. Through examples, it demonstrates how interest rates impact total loan costs. Key concepts include amortization, equity, and principal versus interest payments. Applications involve using financial calculators to analyze repayment schedules and equity growth, emphasizing the importance of interest rates.

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Data Analysis

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This segment explains subprime mortgages, emphasizing how credit scores affect loan interest rates. It compares repayment scenarios for borrowers with different FICO scores, showing the financial challenges of subprime loans. Key terms include subprime mortgage, credit risk, and delinquency. The video uses simulations to illustrate the likelihood and impact of loan defaults, linking these trends to the mortgage crisis.

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Data Analysis

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Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) are discussed, focusing on their role in the 2008 crisis. It demonstrates how variable rates increase long-term costs and create financial risks. Concepts include loan balance, refinancing, and amortization. The video uses spreadsheets to show payment changes over time and their economic effects. Applications highlight real-world implications of rising interest rates and decreasing home values.

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Data Analysis

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Data Analysis

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This video introduces probability and statistics, differentiating between the two fields through historical context and practical applications. Concepts like the law of large numbers and randomness are explored using tools like the TI-Nspire. Key vocabulary includes probability, randomness, statistics, and law of large numbers. Applications include analyzing probabilities in real-world scenarios such as lightning strikes and coin flips.

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Data Analysis

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In this Math Lab video, students explore the probability distribution from tossing two coins.

This video provides an in-depth look at Data Analysis by exploring real-world applications. It delves into in this math lab video, students explore the probability distribution from tossing two coins.

The relevance of this video to the topic lies in its ability to connect theoretical concepts to practical scenarios. Students will gain insights into how these mathematical ideas are applied in data analysis.

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Data Analysis

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Building on Part 1, this video focuses on statistical representation and interpretation. Concepts include univariate and bivariate data, regression, and data visualization techniques like bar graphs and scatter plots. Applications include analyzing dog breeds and wolf population trends using data models. Key terms include univariate, bivariate, regression, and scatter plot.

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Data Analysis

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In this Math Lab video, students explore population data.

This video provides an in-depth look at Data Analysis by exploring real-world applications. It delves into in this math lab video, students explore population data.

The relevance of this video to the topic lies in its ability to connect theoretical concepts to practical scenarios. Students will gain insights into how these mathematical ideas are applied in data analysis.

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Ratios

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This video demonstrates calculating rates from data sets, focusing on patterns like distance-time relationships and wages. Examples include determining car speeds, hourly wages, and unit costs of gasoline. Data tables are used to visualize and compute rates.