The estimating time task on the Nrich website is a good data gathering exercise. The tool provided in this problem allows easy collection of data for a statistical investigation. Data can be pasted into a spreadsheet, offering an ideal opportunity for some work on using spreadsheets to calculate and display statistics.
Structure and features
This task on estimating time is an opportunity for students to undertake all the important processes of a statistical investigation:
- posing a question
- collecting and organising data
- summarising and representing data
- interpreting the results and drawing inferences based on the evidence.
The website has a digital reaction timer to facilitate the collection of data.
Teacher notes
This Nrich website provides teacher support sections (Getting started, Solution and Teacher resources) that provide advice on how to support student learning, differentiate the task and suggest other related activities.
