Life expectancy (non-statutory)
I can research and compare life expectancy over time.
Life expectancy (non-statutory)
I can research and compare life expectancy over time.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Life expectancy is the measure of how long a person is expected to live.
- Life expectancy varies worldwide and involves many factors.
- The average life expectancy in the UK is around 79 years for males and 83 years for females.
- Life expectancy can be researched using secondary sources of information.
- Life expectancy can be plotted on a line graph to show changes over time.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that life expectancy is a prediction for individuals or a guarantee.
Using the lesson resources to support, explain that life expectancy is a measurement we can make using data that we have about human lifespans. We cannot use it to predict how long an individual or group’s life will be.
Keywords
Life expectancy - Life expectancy is the measure of how long a person may live.
Average - An average is a number that is calculated by adding amounts together and then dividing the total by the number of quantities.
Research - To research something is to find out about it or investigate it carefully.
Line graph - A line graph is a type of diagram that can be used to show how something changes over time.
Equipment
None required.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Starter quiz
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the 18th century
the 19th century
the 20th century
the 21st century
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men
women