How MAD Must We Be? A Robust Test for Identifying Meaningful Differences Using the Mean Absolute Deviation
This article introduces a method for identifying statistically meaningful differences between two data sets using the mean absolute deviation.
Editor’s Note: Spring 2025
The editors share one article, one lesson plan, and three highlights from the ASA-NCTM Joint Committee on K-12 Education in Statistics and Probability.
Spring 2025 Announcements
A roundup of statistics and education-related information, deadlines, and opportunities.
ASA/NCTM Joint Committee Members Share Favorite Resources
Discover resources for teaching statistics and data science: Statistics Teacher; Stats&DataNet; Beyond AP Statistics; real-world examples; and the Common Online Data Analysis Platform.
Human vs. Machine: Unveiling Randomness with Data Visualization and Stats
Students will learn about the concept of randomness and see how human decision-making contrasts with computer-generated choices.
Stats&DataNet: Teachers Preparing Students for the Data Revolution
Stats&DataNet is a year-long professional learning effort organized by the Joint Committee of the American Statistical Association and National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
NCTM Defines Key Issues in Mathematics Education with New Position Statements
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) addresses critical topics in math education through recent position statements on culture, data science, AI in teaching, and bridging research with practice.
Association Between Gender and Sport Watching Preference?
This lesson explores the relationship between gender and sports preferences using data from a two-way table. Students will analyze the data with methods like chi-square tests, bar graphs, and mosaic plots, using Stapplet for the analysis.
Editors’ Note: Fall 2024
The editors say farewell to Managing Editor Christine Franklin, and welcome Kaycie Maddox as the new ASA K-12 Statistical Outreach Coordinator. They also share three articles, one lesson plan, and three highlights from the ASA-NCTM Joint Committee on K-12 Education in Statistics and Probability.
Statistics, Data Science Education: Key for Future of High School Mathematics
NCTM’s High School Mathematics Reimagined calls for fresh, relevant ways to teach math, focusing on real-world problem-solving and critical thinking. It emphasizes the importance of fostering critical thinking, statistical reasoning, and mathematical modeling to help students connect what they learn in the classroom to the real world.
