Exploring Simpson's Paradox
Learning Objective
I can identify and explain Simpson's paradox using real-world examples.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Simpson's paradox is a statistical phenomenon where trends appear different depending on how data is grouped.
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To resolve Simpson's paradox, it is important to consider causality and factors outside of the statistical data.
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In the example comparing Texas and Wisconsin test scores, socioeconomic differences rather than educational quality explained the paradox.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe a real-world situation, different from the examples in the video, where Simpson's paradox might occur. Explain how the paradox arises in your chosen situation and what additional information would be needed to resolve it.”
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