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Step by Step Activity - Data Collection & Analysis

Activity Overview

In this activity, students create a situation that produces linear behavior by stepping heel to toe and taking distance readings as each step is taken. Students then apply the properties of a linear function to develop a model for motion.

This is Activity 2 from the Explorations book, TI-InterActive!™ Data Collection and Analysis (Texas Instruments Incorporated, 2000).

Before the Activity

Make copies of the activity worksheets as needed.

If you are using the TI-Navigator System with the TI-73 you will need the attached .pdf file.

During the Activity

Have students complete the activity as directed in the PDF. Directions are given for both the CBL™ and CBL2™.

After the Activity

Have students complete the activity from the EXPLORATIONS book first. The attached LearningCheck™ appvar extends concepts from the activity above. This LearningCheck appvar can be sent to your class using TI-Navigator.

Review student answers:

  • As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
  • Re-teach concepts as necessary