Part 4: Sampling & Experiments

Statistical Concepts Covered

  • Population vs. Sample

  • Biased Sampling

  • Simple Random Sample (SRS)

Relevant Topics Covered

  • Evaluating Colleges

  • COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Wald & WWII Bombers


Statistical Concepts Covered

  • Random Sampling Methods

  • Bias and Variability

Relevant Topics Covered

  • Shrinking Middle Class Neighborhoods

  • School Funding


Statistical Concepts Covered

  • Observational Studies vs. Experiments

  • Components/Principles of Experiments

  • Completely Randomized Design

Relevant Topics Covered

  • Gender Bias in STEM

  • Hiring Discrimination


Note:
This lesson also has an Experience-First-Formalize-Later (EFFL) version, created in collaboration with Stats Medic. Find it here.


Statistical Concepts Covered

  • Blocking & Matched Pairs

  • Placebo & Blinding

  • Generalizing Study Results

Relevant Topics Covered

  • Gender Bias in STEM

  • Mental Health

 
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