Lesson 6.2 - Sampling Distribution for a Proportion
Relevant Topics Covered
Can a person detect Parkinson’s with scent?
Can a machine detect Parkinson’s with scent?
Statistical Concepts Covered
p vs. p(hat)
Sampling Dist. for a Proportion
Sample Size and Spread
Note: This two-day lesson follows the inference trifecta approach, rather than our standard lesson format. Watch the brief Teacher Guide videos for instructions on using the materials in class.
Day 1: Smelling Parkinson’s Activity
Teacher Guide
A brief video walkthrough of the lesson materials, to help teachers plan.
Lesson Items
Lesson: link
Desmos Activity: link
Credit: Lesson by Doug Tyson and made available by Stats Medic. Desmos activity by Bob Lochel.
Day 2: The “E-Nose” & Formal Sampling Distribution
Teacher Guide
A brief video walkthrough of the lesson materials, to help teachers plan.