SYNTHESIS THROUGH SERVICE LEARNING IN STATISTICS
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Gina ReedGainesville State College
ASA/MAA RecommendationsEmphasize the elements of statistical
thinkingIncorporate more data and conceptsFoster active learning
GAISE ProcessFormulate Statistical Question Collect DataAnalyze Data Interpret Results
Definition of Service Learning in StatisticsA concrete application of statistical methods
using real data with the analysis and interpretation that is useful to a community agency
Course LevelIntroductory StatisticsIntroductory Honors StatisticsData Analysis and Probability For Elementary
Education
Necessary TechnologyMinitab Software Graphing CalculatorWord
Potential Client PoolUnited Way agenciesCommunity groupsK-12 schoolsLocal businesses
Initial Client Contact Professor Student
Client SelectionSuitability (mutually beneficial)Instrument Development Data CollectionData Analysis
Project DescriptionStatistical Question
Clarify the problemQuestion formulation must be answered using
dataData Collection
Design a plan Employ plan
Project DescriptionData Analysis
Select appropriate graphs and numeric measures
InterpretationRelate interpretation to answering the original
question
Executive SummaryWritten reportOral report
Labs and Class ActivitiesMeasures of Central TendencyMeasures of VariationGraphs (Histograms, Bar Graphs,
Scatterplots, etc.)Correlation (if feasible)Confidence IntervalsHypothesis Testing
TimelineFirst day of class-General descriptionFourth week-Initial contact and questionsEighth week-Data collectionTwelfth week-Preliminary written reportSixteenth week
Final written reportOral presentation
GradingIndividual grade
Written componentOral component
Group grade
Group Member EvaluationPlease list each member’s name, including yourself, and
evaluate them on scale of 0 to 100 in each category.Initial PlanningOrganization skillsLeadershipAttendance at meetingsData entryMinitab participationWritten report participationOral report preparationOverall performanceAdditional comments:
Student Reflective ProcessNecessary component of service learning
WrittenOral
ConsiderationsPre-semester contactReconfiguration of curriculumAgency’s prioritiesPost-semester contact
ImpactCourseStudents
Student Evaluation of ProjectI better understood the material covered in the course I can write more effectively using statistical language. I am more competent using technological tools (i.e.
calculators, computer software).I can see the "real world" applications of statistics.Is a positive addition to the course.What did you like best about the project?What did you like least about the project?
Grading rubric for written/oral reportsProblem Identification/Question FormulationClear description of data collection Clear description of data analysis Analysis/ Interpretation technically correct Readability of visual aids Transitions Closing Executive Summary
ResourcesMathematics In Service To The Community:
Concepts and Models for Service-Learning in Mathematical Sciences , MAA Notes #66, Charles Hadlock, Editor
Guidelines for Assessment and Instruction in Statistics Education (GAISE) Report, ASA, Franklin et al., 2007 http://www.amstat.org/education/gaise/
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