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Selecting sampling methods
Students need experience in using various sampling strategies to develop an appreciation of when a sample may be biased.
Develop scenarios relating to gathering information that require students to make decisions about how to select a sample.
Use the School Survey Task: Student Worksheet to stimulate discussions about the differences among:
Use the School Survey Task: Rubric to determine students' level of understanding demonstrated in their responses to the questions.
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