Using regression to connect algebra to the real world.

Book: 
Thinking and reasoning with data and chance: Sixty-eighth Yearbook.
Authors: 
Bohan, J.
Editors: 
Burrill, G. F.
Type: 
Chapter
Category: 
Teaching
Pages: 
195-208
Year: 
2006
Publisher: 
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Reston, VA.
Abstract: 

This article describes the use of regression in middle school grades and Algebra 1 settings to connect algebraic functions to real-world contexts. It is suggested that using data sets will intrigue and motivate students.

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