CONNECTING STUDENTS TO STATISTICAL CONCEPTS IN THE INFORMATION AGE

Student Demographics in Statistics Courses

Students More Technology Literate (Laptops, TI-83)
More Diversity in Statistics Classes (Female or Minorties)
Educational Outcomes Linked to Major Field of Study
Minimalist Instruction (Modeling Statistical Concepts)
Cooperative Learning Groups (Paired Learning)

What is a "Connected" Statistics Course?

All Statistical Concepts as Connected
     Integrating Statistics into Learning Research Methods
     Learning Statistics as a Way to Answer Research Questions
Students Are Connecting Statistics to Issues Affecting Them
     Material World: A Global Family Portrait
     Vital Signs from WorldWatch
Students Are Creating Individualized Projects

Examples of Connected Courses

Introduction to Research and Statistics
An Introductory Course Developed around Data Analysis Labs

Advantages of Connected Courses

Positive Attitude about Statistics
Know How Each Concept Fits into the Overall Course Content
Learn How to Make Decisions about Current Issues
Demonstrate Knowledge Through Student Projects (Web Site)