Kirsten Doehler|Laura Taylor|Jessica N. Smith
A Study of Faculty Views of Statistics and Student Preparation Beyond an Introductory Class
Elon University
purpose research better understand role statistics teaching research faculty disciplines perceptions statistical preparation students study reports findings survey administered faculty seven colleges universities regarding use statistics teaching research undergraduate students introductory statistics course serves foundation statistical methods students learn use classes within numerous disciplines information collected faculty students better prepared introductory statistics class use statistics disciplines findings paper imply statistics widely used variety disciplines also suggest cooperative communication transitional second courses statistics implemented paper also highlights varied statistical techniques faculty members teach courses mentor student research projects statistical experiences