Math
2 – Elements of Statistics
Prerequisite: Algebra II or the equivalent
Class Meetings: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:20 – 12:35 in Juniper 4
Instructor: Maryl Landess Office Hours: Tues, Wed, Thur 2:30 – 4:15
Office: Juniper 6 or by appointment
Phone: 588 – 5175
E-mail: landessm@yosemite.cc.ca.us
Required Materials:
Ø Text: The
Basic Practice of Statistics (4th ed.)
by David S. Moore (we
will cover chapters 1-22)
Ø TI-83,
TI-83 PLUS or TI-84 graphing calculator
Ø Graph
paper and ruler
Ø Green
book(s)
Course Description:
Statistics is the science of gaining information from numerical data. This course will cover data analysis, data production, probability, and statistical inference. Appropriate application of techniques and practical interpretation of results will be emphasized.
Student
Responsibilities:
Learning mathematics is not a spectator sport. It is your job to actively engage in the process of learning mathematics; I can only guide you in your efforts to learn.
You are responsible for
Ø Understanding all class lectures, discussions, activities, announcements
Ø Participating in class discussions
Ø Asking relevant questions
Ø Understanding the mathematical development and examples in the text
Ø Solving problems on daily homework assignments and writing up your solutions in a neat and complete manner (expect to spend 3-4 hours per class meeting)
Ø Submitting assignments on time; late assignments will not be accepted
Ø Seeking help as soon as questions arise
Ø Taking all quizzes and exams during the scheduled class period. Make-up quizzes and exams will generally not be given. You must contact me immediately if you believe your situation warrants exception to this policy.
Recommendations for success
Ø Read text sections prior to lecture
Ø Start daily homework as soon after class as possible
Ø Work with classmates on assignments
Ø When you complete your homework, take some time to reflect on the assignment. Summarize for yourself the general concepts, types of questions and problems solving techniques presented in the reading, lecture and assigned problems.
Ø Seek
help. (Office hours, Math Lab,
Ø Do not fall behind. Most lessons build on the foundations of the previous lesson. The inability to understand and apply new material quickly snowballs.
Ø Keep lecture notes, assignments, quizzes and exams in an organized binder.
Ø Maintain a record of your grades.
Ø Start studying early for quizzes and exams.
Grading:
Your grade in the course is based on your overall weighted average
Homework, Mini-projects, Labs 10% (three
scores dropped)
Quizzes 15% (
Projects (2) 15%
Exams (3) 45%
Final 15%
and the following scale:
90 -100 % A
80 – 89 % B
70 – 79 % C
60 – 69 % D
below 60 % F
FINAL EXAM Monday, December 8, 11 am – 1 pm
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