MATH 6900 Probability and Statistics for Teachers

This course surveys some statistical methods of data analysis which are used to provide empirical answers. Topics covered are probability, hypothesis testing, chi-square, analysis of variance, regression analysis, covariance analysis, and nonparametric approaches.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. An understanding of standard vocabulary and symbols associated with probability and statistics.
2. A better understanding of fundamental concepts in probability and statistics, including the organization of data, numerical descriptive measures, discrete random variables and their probability distributions, and continuous random variables and the normal distribution.
3. A better understanding of the uses of a variety of technology such as Microsoft Excel in Statistics.