Using and Communicating Data

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/505/4879
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit maps to the Adult Numeracy Core Curriculum in the following areas: HD1/L2.1; HD1/L2.2; HD1/L2.3; HD1/L2.4.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to extract and use mathematical information.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Extract discrete data from lists, tables, diagrams, charts and line graphs.
  • 1.2
    Extract continuous data from lists, tables, diagrams, charts and line graphs.
  • 1.3
    Interpret and use continuous and discrete data from lists, tables, diagrams, charts and line graphs.
2

Be able to collect and organise data.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Collect discrete data in tests and from observations.
  • 2.2
    Collect continuous data in tests and from observations.
  • 2.3
    Identify appropriate methods for collecting discrete and continuous data.
  • 2.4
    Organise discrete data.
  • 2.5
    Organise continuous data.
3

Be able to compare data.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Find the mean, median and the mode.
  • 3.2
    Use the mean, median and the mode as appropriate to compare data.
  • 3.3
    Find the range in sets of data.
  • 3.4
    Use the range to describe the spread within sets of data.
  • 3.5
    Explain how high or low values can distort a data set.
4

Be able to present results.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Use whole numbers, decimals and fractions and percentages to present results.
  • 4.2
    Represent discrete and continuous data in tables, charts, diagrams and line graphs.
  • 4.3
    Draw conclusions from tables, charts, diagrams and line graphs.
  • 4.4
    Select and use appropriate methods and forms to present and explain outcomes.