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Time Use 2002 Application of Number Level 2 – Assignment 2

Scenario

Attached is an abstract of the findings of a government survey conducted in 2000 concerning how the population of the UK spend their time: what they do, when and with whom. Your task is to prepare, conduct and report on a similar survey to be called WALCAT 2002 Time Use Survey.

Activity 1 (N2.1 graphical source)

Examine the data provided and provide a summary, in your own words of the conclusions drawn by the survey about the habits of your particular age group. Make reference, where possible to actual statistics.

Comment on how the results of the survey compare with your typical days.

Activity 2 (N2.1)

Conduct a survey among a minimum of twenty people within the college environment. Record your methods and the raw results produced.

Activity 3 (N2.2a/c)

From your survey and the results of the bigger survey, produce a comparison of the data. You could include such things as:

Average amounts of time spent on activities Comparative profiles of typical days Comparisons of time spent with different categories of company. Other relevant findings

Clearly show all of your calculations and include evidence of checking both your methods and your results.

Activity 4 (N2.3 chart and graph only)

Produce an article for inclusion in a forthcoming college magazine showing your key findings. Your article should include illustrative charts AND graphs. It should also make reference to the comparisons made with national data.

Background

The UK 2000 Time Use Survey was conducted on behalf of a funding consortium consisting of:

The Economic and Social Research Council The Department of Culture, Media and Sport The Department for Education and Skills The Department of Health The Department of Transport, Local Government and the Regions The Office for National Statistics.

The main aim of the survey is to measure the amount of time spent by the UK population on various activities. The UK 2000 Time Use Survey is the first time that a major survey of this type has been conducted in the UK and, as such, will provide an opportunity to inform a cross-section of policy areas as well as having interest for academia, social research centres and the advertising and retail sector.

The Time Use Survey was designed, where possible, to provide results comparable with other European studies as part of a wider Harmonised European Time Use Survey.

Key findings

How do we use our time?

The main activities carried out by people in the UK are sleeping, working in their main job and watching television. These activities account for more than half of the day. A third of the day is spent sleeping.

Compared to the weekend, an additional two and a half hours (147 minutes) are spent in the main job and just under an hour (51 minutes) is spent on school or university during the week. At the weekend, this additional time is reflected in increased amounts of sleep, watching TV, eating, social life and food management.

When do we do the things we do?

The distribution of activities varies with individuals spending more time sleeping and eating at the weekend. During the week, distinct peaks can be seen in eating for breakfast, lunch and an evening meal. The vast majority of free time during the week is in the evening, with this being more spread out at the weekend as time spent working lessons.

The average weekday

Who do we do things with?

Children aged under 16 spend only 2% of their time alone, a figure which rises to 12% for adults. For the vast majority of their time, children are in the company of their parents (assuming that they are in the house whilst the children sleep) or teachers (while they are school).

Source: http://www.statistics.gov.uk/themes/social_finances/TimeUseSurvey/default.asp

Coursework

In this activity you will be doing a variety of tasks which will show that you are able to use many of the skills you need today in work and during your everyday life. The work you complete will generate evidence for your calculation & data handling portfolio.

In particular, this activity will enable you to show that you can:

N 2.1i Interpret straightforward information from a graph and survey (particularly the average weekday chart)

N2.1i Obtain relevant information (questionnaire 20 items of data 15 questions)

N2.11i Select appropriate methods to get the results you need (data collection sheet)

N 2.2 Carry out straightforward calculations to do with:

a. amounts and sizes (time) b. scales and proportion (comparison/fraction, percentages) c. handling statistics (averages & range) d. using formulae (angle of pie chart angle)

N2.2ii Check your methods to identify and correct any errors and make sure your results make sense. (utilise spreadsheets to double check)

N2.3 Interpret the results of your calculations and present your findings. (pie chart, line graph, map)

N2.3ii Present your findings clearly and describe your method. (throughout activity)

N2.3iii Explain how the results of your calculations meet the purpose of the activity.

Time Use 2003

Activity Scenario

Attached is an abstract of the findings of a government survey conducted in 2000 concerning how the population of the UK spend their time: what they do, when and with whom. Your task is to prepare, conduct and report on a similar survey to be called WALCAT 2003 Time use Survey.

Task 1

Your first task is to examine the data provided (pie chart, weekday graph, bar chart) and provide a summary, in your own words of the conclusions drawn by the survey about the habits of the people. Make reference where possible to actual statistics.

Task 2

1. Conduct a questionnaire utilising closed questions amongst twenty people (a set of data for each person is a must!) using 15 questions. The questionnaire must be about a similar topic to enable you to compare results between your data and the data given already.

You could think about:

1• who might need to use this information and what would they find most helpful?

2. Your next task is to design a data collection sheet to help you record all the details you will need.

Task 3

From your survey (questionnaire) and the larger survey (charts), produce a comparison from the data. You could include such things as:

 Average amounts of time spent on activities

 Comparative profiles of typical days

 Comparisons of time spent with different categories of company

 Other relevant findings

Clearly show all of your calculations and include evidence of checking both your methods and your results.

Task 4

Produce an article for inclusion in a forthcoming college magazine showing your key findings. Your article should include illustrative charts, map & graphs. It should also make reference to the comparisons made with national data.

Task 5