Grade 4 Mathematics - Data Handling & Probability
Explore the Data Handling & Probability strand of the Grade 4 Mathematics curriculum. Develop skills in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data, and understand basic probability concepts.
Grade Four Expectations for Data Handling & Probability
Essential Learning Outcome 1: Collecting and Organizing Data
- Recognize bias in questions and take steps to reduce bias in formulating questions for survey
- Represent real-world data using double-bar graphs to make comparisons
- Collect data from different primary and secondary sources to answer questions of interest
Specific Curriculum Outcomes
By the end of Grade Four, the learner will be expected to:
Inclusive Assessment Strategies
Assessment strategies that provide information about learning:
- Observations: Teacher observations during activities
- Conversations: Student explanations and discussions
- Products: Student work samples and completed tasks
Sample Assessment Tools:
- Observation checklists for data handling skills
- Rubrics for evaluating student-created graphs
- Performance tasks involving real-world applications
Inclusive Learning Strategies
Additional Resources and Materials
Manipulatives
- Spinners and dice
- Colored counters
- Probability kits
- Graph paper and chart paper
- Survey materials
- Data collection tools
Digital Resources
- Graph creation software
- Virtual probability simulators
- Data analysis tools
- Survey creation platforms
- Educational videos on data and probability
Recommended Reading
- "Teaching Statistics: A Bag of Tricks" by Andrew Gelman
- "Data Analysis for Elementary School Children" by National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- "Probability Models and Applications" by Ingram Olkin (teacher resource)