There are a lot of numbers (and maths!) in the news around us. It is important to be savvy about the way we read and interpret numbers that we see or hear.
By the end of this activity, you will learn:
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how to read and ask questions about health data and reports in the news
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how to look at graphs and charts, and make sure they don't mislead you
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general rules to follow when looking at statistics in the news.
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Everyday maths 1 (Northern Ireland)
Learn more to access more details of Everyday maths 1 (Northern Ireland)This free course will develop and improve your essential maths skills for work, study and everyday life. The course has four sessions, which cover the following topics: numbers, measurement, shapes and space, and handling data. There will be plenty of examples to help you progress, together with opportunities to practise your understanding.
Level: 1 Introductory
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Everyday maths 2 (Northern Ireland)
Learn more to access more details of Everyday maths 2 (Northern Ireland)This free course, Everyday maths 2 (Northern Ireland), will build on your existing maths skills and help you to feel more confident tackling the maths you come across in everyday situations.
Level: 1 Introductory
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