Free 12th Grade Descriptive And Inferential Analysis Lesson Plan

Topic: Descriptive and Inferential Analysis

Objectives & Outcomes

• Understand the difference between descriptive and inferential analysis
• Be able to apply descriptive and inferential analysis to datasets

Materials

• Datasets (can be simulated or real)
• Theoretical understanding of descriptive and inferential analysis

Warm-up

• Ask students what they know about descriptive and inferential analysis. Allow them to share their experiences and knowledge.
• Introduce the concept of descriptive and inferential analysis and explain that they will be learning about the differences between the two and how to apply them to datasets.

Direct Instruction

• Begin by explaining the difference between descriptive and inferential analysis.
• Descriptive analysis is a way of describing and analyzing data that is intended to provide a general overview of the data. It involves looking at the data at a high level and examining the key features and characteristics of the data.
• Inference analysis is a way of analyzing data that is intended to make conclusions and draw out conclusions about the data. It involves looking at the data at a deeper level and using statistical methods to draw conclusions about the data.
• Use examples and handouts to help explain the concepts.

Direct Instruction:

• Provide a detailed explanation of how to conduct a descriptive analysis using the SPSS software.
• Demonstrate how to conduct a descriptive analysis using a hypothetical dataset.
• Demonstrate how to conduct an inference analysis using a hypothetical dataset.
• After demonstrating each analysis, have students work in small groups to conduct the same analyses using the same dataset. Have each group present their findings to the class.
• Encourage class discussion about the differences and similarities between the analyses conducted by the students and the demonstrations by the instructor.

Independent Practice:

• Have students work individually or in small groups to conduct a descriptive analysis on a real dataset.
• Encourage students to use the resources provided by the instructor to learn more about SPSS and how to conduct a descriptive analysis.

Closure:

• Have students share their findings with the class and discuss any interesting or surprising results.
• Review the key concepts of descriptive and inferential analysis and their uses in social science research.

Assessment:

• Observe students during the independent practice activity to assess their understanding of the concepts and their ability to apply them in a real-world context.
• Review and provide feedback on the presentations or reports created during the independent practice activity.