The past week I have been working very hard on learning how to master graphing in excel. It has been a challenge but I feel confident stating that I have come a far way in terms of graphing and using excel. I now have a much clearer understanding of which type of graph works well with different types of data. For example if all of the data recipients parts of a whole then you should use a pie chart, but if it shows a change over time then line graph would be a much better choice. I understand that by me knowing not only how to make a graph in excel but also what type of graph to use will help me present my findings once I start my research.
Another thing that happened this week was that Annie from the marine discovery center came to our class to explain to us what we are going to be doing this week when we go out into the lagoon and count sea grass. She showed us the equipment we will be using, the main piece we will be using is a one meter quadrants that is roped off into one hundred little squares. This will help us determine what percentage of the square is covered in sea grass and how tall it is. I am very excited to be getting out into the water on Friday. I picked up my wetsuit between classes today, and slightly looking forward to putting it on, on Friday morning. What I am hoping most for besides sunshine and clear skies on Friday, is that it is in the high 70's and not like today in the 40's. Can not wait to tell you all about our trip!
Cathy--very nice post. NOW--I challenge you to save one of your graphs as a picture and load it to your post; maybe even include your interpretive statement as your caption. It would be good practice and a nice addition to what you've already posted.
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