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. New Opportunities Stats&DataNet … [Read more...] about Spring 2026 Announcements
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How MAD Must We Be? A Robust Test for Identifying Meaningful Differences Using the Mean Absolute Deviation
By Jon Hasenbank and John Appiah Kubi, Grand Valley State University This article introduces a method for identifying statistically meaningful differences between two data sets using the mean absolute deviation, known as MAD and a measure of variability taught in middle school curricula under the Common Core State Standards, which parallel the recommendations of the Pre-K-12 … [Read more...] about How MAD Must We Be? A Robust Test for Identifying Meaningful Differences Using the Mean Absolute Deviation
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
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
Editor’s Note: Fall 2023
Jessica Cohen, a professor at Western Washington University and Statistics Teacher article editor for the past six years, ends her tenure with this issue. In her place, Trena Wilkerson of Baylor University and Jennifer Green of Michigan State University will come aboard as co-editors starting with the winter issue. Trena is past president of the National Council of Teachers … [Read more...] about Editor’s Note: Fall 2023
GAISE II Now Available; Download for Free
The Pre-K–12 Guidelines for Assessment and Instruction in Statistics Education II (GAISE II): A Framework for Statistics and Data Science Education is now available for free download. It can also be purchased via Amazon for $15. The GAISE II report presents a framework for statistics and data science literacy at the elementary-, middle-, and high-school levels and addresses … [Read more...] about GAISE II Now Available; Download for Free
Announcements: Fall 2019
Upcoming Deadlines ThisIsStatistics Data Contests Deadlines in October of 2019 and Spring of 2020 Challenge your high-school and undergraduate students with ThisIsStatistics’ annual statistics contests. The Fall Data Challenge allows students to explore a timely real-world issue that demonstrates a career in statistics can drive social change. This years’ challenge will … [Read more...] about Announcements: Fall 2019