APPROACHING BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS IN SECOND GRADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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Published: Jun 26, 2025
Katerina Pavlidou
University of Thessaly
Alexndra Stavrianoudaki
University of Thessaly
Abstract

Abstract: The present teaching scenario is a proposal for teaching the basic principles of statistics in the second grade of primary school. The scenario aims at the mathematical literacy of students through the cultivation of the major ideas of mathematical structure, proof, generalization, and variation. Activities are presented that involve managing information through the processes of collecting, organizing, presenting, interpreting, and modeling data. The most significant learning benefits recorded include the enhancement of strategies for hypotheses, investigations, and recordings, as well as the critical awareness of how mathematics is utilized in everyday life.


Keywords: statistics, mathematical literacy, major ideas of mathematical structure, proof, generalization, variation

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Katerina Pavlidou, University of Thessaly

Teacher, PHD student

Alexndra Stavrianoudaki, University of Thessaly

PHD Student

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