Statistics, Advanced Placement
STATISTICs, Advanced Placement
General Description
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus preferred, Algebra 2/Trigonometry or Algebra 2 with teacher recommendation
The purpose of the AP course in Statistics is to introduce students to the major concepts for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes. Exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and statistical inference. This course is similar to the first course in college statistics and follows the AP Statistics syllabus for the AP Exam. Graphing Calculator Required
Content
Critical areas include, but are not limited to:
- Exploring data
- Sampling and experimentation
- Anticipating patterns
- Statistical inference
Theory of Action
A Thinking Classroom is one where mathematical reasoning is visible. Students are encouraged to ask questions. Curiosity is fostered and valued. Answers are important, yet it is the mathematical reasoning and communication of ideas that is of utmost importance.