Stock Market Expedition

6th Grade Math CCSS and NETS aligned and addresses the following I Can Statements: (1) I can read and interpret information from a graph/table and compare quantities. (2) I can collect and organize data to answer a question, make statements and draw conclusions based on data. (3) I can use data to predict future economic trends based on past and present information.

This is the First (Introductory) Lesson in a Stock Market activity I use in my classroom. Through this inquiry-based activity, students will learn to recognize patterns and interpret their meanings. They will learn how to think flexibly, respond to mathematics with wonderment and awe while keeping a positive attitude and perception about learning. Students will discover the meaningful use of knowledge while applying past knowledge to new situations. Together, these indicators will help students develop productive habits to become lifelong learners.

Guided research note pages are located in the attachments portion of the presentation.