Author(s): Andrew Gelman (Author), Deborah Nolan (Author)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication Date: October 3, 2002
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Print length: 320 pages
ISBN-10: 9780198572244
ISBN-13: 9780198572244
Book Description
This volume takes a positive spin on the field of statistics. Statistics is seen by students as difficult and boring, however, the authors of this book have eliminated that theory. Teaching Statistics: A Bag Of Tricks, brings together a complete set of examples, demonstrations and projects that not only will increase class participation but will help to eliminate any negative feelings toward the area of statistics.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“This exciting new volume takes a positive spin on the field of statistics.” — The Bulletin of Mathematics Books.
“Most teachers of statistics spend a great deal of time collecting and concocting a file of activities while wishing for a single source of good ideas. This book is the answer to their needs.”–Mathematics Teacher
Book Description
This exciting new volume takes a positive spin on the field of statistics. Statistics is seen by students as difficult and boring, however, the authors of this book have eliminated that theory. Teaching Statistics: A Bag Of Tricks, brings together a complete set of examples, demonstrations and projects that not only will increase class participation but will help to eliminate any negative feelings toward the area of statistics.
About the Author
Andrew Gelman is a Professor, Department of Statistics, Columbia University. Deborah Nolan is a Professor, Department of Statistics, University of California.
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