Dimitrios Kallivokas
Teaching basic statistic concepts to student classes with diverse mathematical background using specialized applets
University of West Attica
study examines whether use specialized software applications effective role understanding clarifying concepts basic measures central tendency dispersion advantages traditional teaching clear higher education students need deep understanding concepts theory probability descriptive statistics measures statistical conclusions order able used studies work purpose introductory course statistics university applied sciences two separate groups students consisting randomly selected members given worksheet one groups additionally given specialized application software developed visualize concepts order answer questions worksheet investigated case whether appropriate use specialized software help effectively understand interpret basic descriptive statistic concepts realistic application main conclusion appropriate specialized software applications lead deepening statistic concepts students general promote statistical literacy much greater extent traditional teaching