Share of Eurovision entries featuring a language other than English, 2007-2024
graph by Katharina Buchholz/Statista; slow reveal by Jenna Laib
Type of Graph: line graph
Purpose
This slow reveal is designed to support analysis and discussion of both the data and the design choices. The questions in the slide deck invite learners to examine trends, estimate values, and discuss percentages.
About This Graph
This visualization is not provided for reuse or redistribution. Readers and educators are encouraged to view the original visualization in its published context.
Original Visualization:
Buchholz, Katharina. “Eurovision Winners Inspire Others to Ditch English.” Statista: April 7, 2026.Accessed at: https://www.statista.com/chart/24905/eurovision-song-contest-languages
Data Sources:
Johnthego. “National languages and the rise of English at Eurovision.” JohnTheGo.com: April 16, 2018, revised April 2024.Accessed at: https://www.johnthego.com/2018/04/16/rise-english-use-national-languages-eurovision/
In The Classroom
There are many different mathematical connections that can be made to this data and data visualization.
Potential Math Content: line graph, scale along the y-axis, percentages, estimating values, comparing values, examining trends, developing theories about why
Potential Content Connections: music, culture, Eurovision, Europe
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