This is a set of short activities for intermediate and senior students. The activities are based on summary tables available in the Canadian statistics section of Statistics Canada's Web site. The activities can be conducted as paper-based assignments or as assignments developing basic keyboarding or Internet navigation skills if the students have access to computers.
Students retrieve a statistical table, then answer several questions.
To use basic Internet navigation skills. To analyse data presented as tables. To improve their knowledge of Canada and Canadians. Suggested Grade Levels and Subject Areas Intermediate and Senior, All Subjects Materials Internet computer access. Students locate and download the correct statistical table, then answer the questions using an appropriate software program.