A list of internship opportunities is posted on STATtr@k, the new professional’s website.
Education
Educational Ambassadors from Pakistan, Thailand, Vietnam Sought
The ASA Committee on International Relations in Statistics is seeking qualified nationals from Pakistan, Thailand, and/or Vietnam to serve as 2018 Educational Ambassadors.
Celebrating 20 Years of the AP Statistics Exam
This year marked 20 years since the first AP Statistics exam was given in 1997 (and the 21st exam). Amstat News commemorates these 20 years with the following Q&As with AP Statistics teachers and readers/leaders. Here, they share their memories of and passions and lessons for teaching statistics while looking forward to another 20 years.
30 Years of Teaching Behind Her, Roxy Peck Says There Are No Mistakes
Roxy Peck is professor emerita of statistics at California Polytechnic State University, where she served as chair of the statistics department for six years and as associate dean of the college of science and mathematics for 13 years.
Teaching Statistical Literacy to Non-STEM Majors: Challenges and Opportunities
Michelle Everson and Ellen Gundlach’s students are more likely to be consumers of statistical information than producers of statistics, so they developed courses designed to help students become critical consumers of statistical information.
Q&A With Educators
We interviewed a handful of statistics teachers to find out who inspired them, where they get their best teaching tools, and what they think is the most challenging part of being a teacher.
Expectations and Skills for Undergraduate Students Doing Research in Statistics and Data Science
As more statistics undergraduates participate in summer and capstone research projects, it becomes paramount for teachers to prepare them adequately, Jo Hardin explains.
Statistical Literacy and Journalism: The Road Less Traveled
Trevor Butterworth discusses Sense about Science and how to get journalists to “see” statistical concepts.
Updated Guidelines for Statistics Education: The GAISE 2016 College Report
In July 2016, the revised Guidelines for Assessment and Instruction in Statistics Education (GAISE) 2016 College Report was endorsed by the ASA Board. There were wording and goal changes, as well as the addition of a list of resources.
FUNdamental Engagement in Statistics Education
The use of fun in statistics education has implications for teaching, educating teachers, and educating the public. Larry Lesser shares some fun lessons and sources for teachers to use.