POST-CALCULUS INVESTIGATIONS OF
STATISTICAL CONCEPTS AND METHODS
Allan Rossman, Beth Chance
July 18-22, 2005
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA
Co-sponsored by Duxbury-Brooks/Cole, a part of Thomson Higher Education
With support from the American Statistical Association
Registration Fee $250 by May 31,
2005
This workshop is intended for college faculty who teach introductory
statistics courses for mathematically inclined students. The
goals of the workshop are to help participants adapt current content
and pedagogical recommendations from
algebra-based introductory statistics courses to the post-calculus
level, providing mathematically inclined students with a more balanced
introduction to
the discipline of statistics. These adaptations may involve
development of a new course or infusion of data and activities into
existing courses.
This workshop seeks to generate productive thought and discussion about
the appropriate goals, content, and pedagogy of the first course for
mathematically inclined students; offers helpful guidance for
implementing activities and data assessing student learning, and using
technology effectively; and build a supportive network of teachers of
such courses from statistics and mathematics departments.
Workshop participants will receive a copy of the preliminary edition of
Investigating Statistical Concepts, Applications, and Methods, an
investigation-based text written by the presenters, as well as an
extensive binder containing articles, additional activities, course
materials, and assessment items.
Most workshop sessions will consist of participants working through
activities selected to illustrate the guiding principles behind the
development of the course materials. Many activities will involve
the use of technology such as statistical analysis software and applets
designed specifically to enhance student learning. Presenters will also
offer implementation and assessment suggestions during these
activity-based sessions. Some workshop sessions will be devoted
to small-group discussions of course goals for various student
audiences and of implementation and assessment issues. For more
information, please visit the workshop webpage at
http://www.rossmanchance.com/prep/workshop.htmlREGISTRATION
FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW CLOSED
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