25 May 2010

From the Web:: Everyone is Number 1 in something

Created partly in fun, this chart shows that yes, indeed, every country can be number 1 in something. This is a great opportunity to discuss with students how these 'rankings' are derived. Notice at the bottom of the chart, the authors admit to using 'fancy journalist tricks' to make it work.

Posted from Diigo. The rest of my favorite links are here.

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