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Instructor: Jonathan Freedman

math 200
Spring 2020

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Course Description:

Math 200 Elementary Statistics
Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics..

Syllabus:

Math 200 (AX/PA) 34083/46551
Introductory Statistics
Jonathan Freedman
Office: 7-7325

Spring 2020
TuTh 9:10 - 11

Office Hrs: M-F 1–2  And by arrangement.
Bldg/Rm: 7-7111
Ph: 650 738–7032

Important Dates:

Last day to Add this course:

Last day to Drop this course without a W:

Last day to Withdraw from class:

Holidays and Flex Days:

Last regular class

Final Exam (comprehensive):

 

Monday, January 27

Sunday, February 2

Thursday, April 23

1/20; 2/14 – 17, 3/5, 3/27, 3/28 – 4/4

Thursday, May 14

Tuesday, May 19, 8:10 – 10:40 am

Introductory Notes:

  • Types of Statistical Studies and Producing Data
  • Summarizing Data Graphically and Numerically
  • Examining Relationships: Quantitative Data
  • Probability and Probability Distributions
  • Confidence and Hypothesis Testing
  • Regression

 

Materials:

You will need a user license for StatCrunch

A tablet or similar computer with the capability of reaching the internet is necessary for this course. We will have a Chromebook cart available in class and there are computers available on campus. If you do not have access to a computer at home, you will need to plan accordingly to complete assignments.

You may also want to have a scientific calculator for use on tests.

Prerequisite:

Appropriate score on placement test/HS GPA or completion of Math 120 or Math190.

Required Text

The text for Math 200 is Statistical Reasoning through the Open Learning Initiative hosted by Carnegie-Mellon University.

 

Help:

It is essential that you attempt and complete all assignments in the class. In the process of working the problems you will develop all the skills that will see you though college.

For online resources check out my Help page.

Tutoring:

Office hours. Either during my posted office hours or by arrangement, you should come to see me for help. The people in your class know the most about what you are studying and therefore make the best sources of help. Please try to find other student in the class to study with and please come to see me if you have any questions.

The Learning Center (TLC) is an outstanding resource for tutoring in all of your classes.
You should visit TLC at the slightest sign of confusion or just as a place to sit and work in a
supportive environment. The Learning Center staff is well trained and dedicated solely to your success, so don't waste this resource!

Tutorials for the TI-83 are available in the TLC, on DVD (ask me) and online.

Assistance:

In coordination with the DRC office, reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified students with disabilities. If you have an accommodation letter, please meet with me during my office hours to discuss your needs. For more information, please contact DRC (in building 5) at 738-4280.

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Grading Information:

Homework, Quizzes, Projects, in–class assignments, Quizzes: (35%)

Time By Arrangement (5% { WA pre-reading assignments with online discussion)
4–5 Tests 40%)
Final (20%)

I will drop your worst test score (Not the final). There will be no makeup tests. If you are late for a test you will have only the remaining time to complete the test (so don't be late). If you know you are going to miss a test date, contact me at least three days in advance and we can arrange an alternate test date.

I will drop your worst quiz. There will be no makeup quizzes.
I will excuse your worst homework score (or drop your lowest score if you submit all of them). I will excuse up to four late assignments provided you (1) meet with me to go over them and (2) submit them before any test covering their content.

Grading Scale:
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