Today the focus was on learning to use software to aid in the analysis of data. The focus was on analyzing the chocolate experiment data. The class worked in the computer lab today. I had everyone launch the CPMP software that I saw at the NCTM Annual Conference in Denver, load chocolate data into the spreadsheet, and then look at how to create sampling redistributions to see what random samples might look like if the chocolates melted at the same rate.
Most students seemed to grasp how to use the software. I had everyone save their files and we'll continue to work with the software and analyze results next class. The intent is for the groups to analyze their data while I assist individuals with specifics on how to create statistics, graphs, or general questions about the analysis.
Visit the class summary for a student's perspective and to view the lesson slides.
A resource for Statistics, Math and Computer Science classes at Arvada West High School. More resources can be found on the pdogmath web site.
About Me
- Mike Pugliese
- I have extensive work experience in statistical modeling, database development and analysis, software design and development, and e-commerce. I grew up and worked in California, moving to Colorado in 1999. I always had an interest in education and started my "second" career going back to my mathematical roots. While I taught a variety of classes, I was consistently involved with teaching statistics and computer science classes, which are a deeply embedded interest of mine. Besides teaching responsibilities I also sponsored the Math Club and the Chess Club.
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