Course Details

MT 565 Overview

Exploratory data analysis is used to introduce basic concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics, and to foster the ability to reason statistically. Topics include summarizing and presenting categorical and quantitative data; descriptive statistics and graphical presentation of data; assessing statistical significance; probability and counting methods; sampling from populations; investigations of discrete and continuous probability distributions; hypergeometric, binomial, and normal probability distributions; point and interval estimation of population parameters; and hypothesis testing. While not a teaching methods course, practical ways to implement statistics into the middle/high school curriculum will be modeled using manipulatives, computer simulations and relevant computer software. Also listed under MT 365. Prerequisite: Strong background in algebra (college algebra or equivalent) and departmental approval.