Construction and Interpretation of Statistical Tables and Graphs: An Examination of the Attitude of Teachers in Training.
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This study analyzed the attitude of teachers in training regarding the construction and interpretation of statistical tables and graphs after completing an activity that required these skills. Seven teachers who taught 5th-grade students in Raposa/MA participated in the research. A qualitative approach was chosen, using Action Research as the method and conducting document analysis, which involved content analysis with the assistance of the NVIVO software. The results revealed that the teachers recognized the usefulness of statistical tables and graphs but demonstrated low confidence in their intellectual knowledge, experiencing negative and ambivalent feelings. They also showed a willingness to face challenges, especially in interpreting pictorial graphs, seeking autonomy in constructing and interpreting these graphs. These attitudes reflect an awareness of the complexity of statistical skills and a desire for improvement, which is crucial for promoting effective educational practices and developing the statistical literacy of teachers in training.
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