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InspireData |
InspireData™ applies the proven strategies of visual
learning to data literacy, inspiring students to discover meaning as
they collect and explore data in a dynamic inquiry process.
Students formulate questions and make connections between data and
its visual representations to interpret information, solve problems
and draw conclusions. As a result, students develop deeper content
knowledge and stronger critical thinking skills. |
System Requirements
Windows- Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP or Vista 64 MB RAM 50 MB available
hard drive
- 800 x 600 display
Macintosh- OS X version 10.2.8 or higher 128 MB RAM 50 MB available hard
drive
- 800 x 600 display
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Product Code - ID10-US-01
£78.00 |
Strengthen the inquiry process
As students organize and analyze data they ask meaningful questions
and dig deeper to solve problems. Students move instantly from
data collection to analysis with integrated Table and Plot Views.
The multiple plot types Venn, stack, pie and axis plots support
the inquiry process and encourage students to explore data in a
variety of ways. InspireData's unique Time Series animation represents
data as it changes over time, helping students understand trends
and make future predictions. Learn more about InspireData's multiple
plot types.
Build data analysis skills
InspireData includes more than 50 standards-based databases and examples
in science, mathematics, social studies and more to get students started
quickly analyzing data and understanding connections. Students can
develop their own data sets for analysis using easy data collection
tools including a Questionnaire tool, import function and quick table
entry. Learn more about InspireData's 50+ curriculum-inspired databases.
Improve data literacy
Using InspireData, students make sense of the information encountered
in daily life by collecting and analyzing data in a visual way. As
students move beyond simply memorizing facts and start acquiring the
skills of reasoning, inquiry and communication, learning becomes a
richer and more meaningful experience. Learn more about how InspireData
improves data literacy.
Collect and organize data
Students use InspireData's Table View to enter, import and customize
data from experiments or research activities.
In Table View, students:
Enter multiple data types easily, such as numbers, text, lists, series
and formulas
Start with one of InspireData's 50+ curriculum-based databases
Import data from the Internet or other sources
Use the Questionnaire tool to launch surveys and guide data collection
Customize table properties or create multiple tables within a database
Add notes to reference sources and provide explanations
Analyze data with multiple plot types
Venn, stack, pie and axis plots offer students multiple ways to visualize
and investigate data.
In Plot View, students:
Create Venn plots with up to three loops to show similarities and differences
Create stack plots to show distribution of values and take data analysis
further using stack plot options, such as parallel stack plots
Create pie plots to easily recognize patterns or subdivide data in
multiple pie plots
Create axis plots to investigate correlations and discover relationships
Manipulate variables and settings to further explore data
Easily select and change axis labels to visualize different sets of
data
Isolate data subsets to focus investigation
View data as it changes over time with animated Time Series
Customize plots with labels, colors and unique icons
Combine data categories to discover larger trends
Perform calculations and use basic statistical tools, such as mean,
median and summary counts, to support conclusions and summarize data
Enhance the inquiry process Communicate findings with Slide Show
Slide Show enables students to capture the sequence of data analysis
and present their work. They can continue investigation throughout
a project using the live data that resides in each slide. Students
also use Slide Show to document findings and conclusions to support
project completion.
Add details with Notes
Using Notes, students can add explanations or document processes and
observations. Teachers can use Notes to give students project instructions
or feedback.
See the meaning in data View animated Time Series
Visualize data as it changes over time. Using data indexed to time,
students can create a plot and watch it move, making data analysis
a more dynamic experience.
Customize icons
Easily recognize patterns and bring more visual meaning to plots with
customizable icons. Students can create or import icons or choose from
more than 100 icons in InspireData's library.
Access 50+ curriculum-based databases
Easily enter multiple data types in Table View or use any of InspireData's
50+ curriculum-based databases. Start projects quickly with existing
databases for science, mathematics, social studies and more. The databases
and examples can be accessed at any time from the Resources button
on the InspireData Starter screen or by choosing File>Open Resource.
Integrate classroom projects
Integrate InspireData in the classroom with any of the 10 classroom
projects found in the complimentary Classroom Projects book. The projects
contain complete lesson plan ideas for science, mathematics and social
studies to help teachers quickly start using InspireData with their
students.
Grounded in education research
Originally funded under a grant from the National Science Foundation,
InspireData has been developed by TERC and published by Inspiration
Software. TERC is a leading educational research and development lab
committed to improving mathematics and science teaching and learning. |
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