SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL
Model Lesson/ Best Practices to Share			Correlation Coefficients
Subject	Mathematics B		Grades	11
NY State Standards		A2.5.8 Interpret within the linear regression model the value of the correlation coefficient as a measure the strength of the relationship.
Instructional Focus		Visualize correlation coefficients for better understanding.
Performance Task		Have students match correlation coefficients to graphs in the interactive examples.
Scoring Guide		Computer indicates the correct number of matches.
Essential Skills		Recognizing positive and negative correlation. Determining strong and weak correlation. Comparing correlation graphs.
Pictures, Tables, Graphs, Videos, Websites, Attachments, Etc.		Web site: http://www.stat.uiuc.edu/courses/stat100/java/GCApplet/GCAppletFrame.html