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| ID | 145 |
|---|---|
| First Name | Michael |
| Last Name | Larsen |
| Institution | Iowa State University |
| Speaker Category | faculty |
| Title of Talk | Teaching Mathematical Probability and Statistics with Internet Applications and R |
| Abstract | Courses in mathematical statistics can use Internet applications and simulation using the R statistical package to enhance the learning experience. Internet material has been developed for introductory probability and statistics courses and for teaching mathematics at the level of calculus. In order to adapt this material to an intermediate undergraduate probability course, it is necessary to select material to use and incorporate it into lecture, homework assignments, and study problems. The R statistical package is a free software package that can be used for simulation, includes functions related to many probability distributions, and can be used to produce nice graphical displays. Using R in a calculus-based probability course requires writing problems for homework assignments, in-class use, and review that make substantial use of simulation and R |
| Subject area(s) | Statistics, Teaching Statistics |
| Suitable for undergraduates? | Yes |
| Day Preference | |
| Computer Needed? | Y |
| Bringing a laptop? | N |
| Overhead Needed? | N |
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| Date Submitted | 2/25/2006 |
| Year | 2006 |