By Christina M. Wood-Wentz, Mayo Clinic, and Heather Cook, University of Southern Indiana Overview of Lesson This career survey course activity is designed to expose undergraduate students to the implications for education level choice and help them plot an educational course that aligns with their work goals. After performing this activity, students will understand how … [Read more...] about Lesson Plan: Educational Level Implications on Careers in Statistics (ELICS) for Undergraduate Students
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Statistics, Data Science Education: Key for Future of High School Mathematics
By Latrenda Knighten and Kevin Dykema, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, in conjunction with the Association of State Supervisors of Mathematics and NCSM leadership in mathematics education, recently released High School Mathematics Reimagined Revitalized and Relevant, which focuses on the need to shape the future of … [Read more...] about Statistics, Data Science Education: Key for Future of High School Mathematics
ASA/NCTM Joint Committee Members Share Favorite Resources
By Amy Hogan, Susan A. Peters, and Hollylynne Lee Against All Odds: Inside Statistics Against All Odds is a 32-module set of short videos from Annenberg Learner that introduce statistics. They are meant to show statistics in various applications and in a relevant context. The website has links for a glossary, student guides, teacher guides, and interactive tools. Narrator … [Read more...] about ASA/NCTM Joint Committee Members Share Favorite Resources
Encouraging Equitable Participation in Ethical Data Science Discussions
By Jordan T. Register, University of North Carolina at Charlotte This paper examines the instructional strategies and pedagogical moves designed to foster equitable engagement in an ethical data science course. This course, developed to explore the intersection of data science, ethics, and sociopolitical awareness, aims to prepare students from diverse backgrounds to become … [Read more...] about Encouraging Equitable Participation in Ethical Data Science Discussions
Making Sense of Data Visualizations: A Toolkit for Supporting Student Discussions
By Emily Thrasher, Hollylynne Lee, Bruce Graham, Matthew Grossman, Gemma Mojica, NC State University This paper explores a comprehensive framework to develop students’ data literacy by guiding them in making sense of complex data visualizations. With the growing complexity and prevalence of data visualizations in media, it’s crucial to equip students with the skills to … [Read more...] about Making Sense of Data Visualizations: A Toolkit for Supporting Student Discussions
A Guided Lesson on Fake News for Improving Statistical Literacy
By Rebecca Pierce, Ball State University, and Matthew Brenneman, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University The goal of the GAISE: Pre-K–12 Report is statistical literacy for all. But statistical literacy is not achievable unless students understand why they personally need to learn statistics. One could cite high-paying jobs in data science as a motivation, but this pertains to … [Read more...] about A Guided Lesson on Fake News for Improving Statistical Literacy
Lesson Plan: Do Rewards Boost Creativity?
By Alyssa Noland, Chattahoochee High School and Kennesaw State University Overview of Lesson Do rewards boost creativity? This lesson allows students to explore whether intrinsic (self-motivation) or extrinsic (physical) rewards are a better motivator for best results on a creativity assessment. Research studies have shown creativity is best motivated by oneself through … [Read more...] about Lesson Plan: Do Rewards Boost Creativity?
Embracing AI-Driven Education: ChatGPT as a Learning Tool
By Jaya Kolluri, Winsor School In today’s rapidly changing world, the integration of AI-based technologies like ChatGPT into education has sparked an ongoing debate between teachers and students. Many educators worry using AI-driven tools for learning may lead to laziness in students and discourage them from conducting their own research. However, I—as a high-school … [Read more...] about Embracing AI-Driven Education: ChatGPT as a Learning Tool
Announcements: Fall 2023
Submit Lesson Plans, Articles, and Announcements to Statistics Teacher Consider submitting your K–12 statistics lesson plans for publication or writing and sharing an article. We also accept announcement submissions. For more information, see the ST submission guidelines or contact the ST editors. Upcoming Deadlines Modeling the Future ChallengeRegistration deadline … [Read more...] about Announcements: Fall 2023
ASA Announces Statistics Poster, Project Competition Winners
The American Statistical Association recently announced the winners of the 2023 ASA Data Visualization Poster and Statistics Project competitions. First-place winners received $300, a certificate, and grade-appropriate graphing calculators for the students and advisers provided by Texas Instruments. Second-place winners received $200 and a certificate, third-place winners … [Read more...] about ASA Announces Statistics Poster, Project Competition Winners