Excellent data analysis

Using Data Puzzles is an excellent method to introduce paleoclimate to my Biology class. Student pages provide just enough scaffolding to keep students from getting confused, but not so muc... See More

Using Data Puzzles is an excellent method to introduce paleoclimate to my Biology class. Student pages provide just enough scaffolding to keep students from getting confused, but not so much that the exercise is a “cookbook lab.” This is unique way to introduce another climate proxy—ancient pollen. I love the structure of the lessons in which they provide scaffolding, help diagnose difficulties in students’ thinking process, and aid in the targeting of specific thinking skills. After looking at this chapter, I’m prepared to purchase the book. The suggested extension activities and links are excellent in further study for those wanting more information.

Great Opportunity to Develop Data Skills

I LOVE this book chapter. The purpose of the book is to help students develop data analysis skills, along with critical thinking skills. The data provided is concrete and relevant. The qu... See More

I LOVE this book chapter. The purpose of the book is to help students develop data analysis skills, along with critical thinking skills. The data provided is concrete and relevant. The questions guide the students to understanding what the data is telling them. I plan to use some of these modified for my 7h grade students to include "claims, evidence and reasoning.' I highly recommend this book chapter. I actually have the book, and I highly recommend that too!