Activity Overview
Use the DATA GRAPHS WIZARD to learn about how disease is spread. Brainstorm ways in which people can help stop an outbreak of disease.
Before the Activity
Students should have either a TI-83 or TI-84 Plus along with SciTools application. The attached .pdf form should be printed, copied, and distributed to students.
During the Activity
Perform the procedures outlined in the printed .pdf form including the creation of list L1 and L2. Students will learn though data analysis that calculations illustrate how quickly a virus can spread in a typical population.
After the Activity
Review student results
As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
Re-teach concepts as necessary