Data Analysis and Statistical Inference
Teaches techniques for analyzing data and drawing conclusions.
Description : This course focuses on descriptive statistics, sampling methods, and inference, giving students practical tools for interpreting real-world data and making informed decisions.
Category : Math
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Data Analysis and Statistics
Section 1: Understanding Data Types
- Lesson 1: What Is Data?
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Exploring different kinds of data and their everyday presence.
- Lesson 2: Categories of Data
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Distinguishing between qualitative and quantitative data.
Section 2: The Role of Data in Everyday Life
- Lesson 1: Data in Daily Decision Making
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing how data supports everyday choices.
- Lesson 2: Identifying Reliable Data Sources
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning to evaluate the trustworthiness of various data sources.
Section 3: Introduction to Statistics
- Lesson 1: What Is Statistics?
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Defining statistics and understanding its significance.
- Lesson 2: Real World Examples of Statistics
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Looking at simple examples of statistics in real-life situations.
Section 4: Descriptive vs. Inferential Statistics
- Lesson 1: Descriptive Statistics Essentials
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding how descriptive statistics summarize data.
- Lesson 2: Introductory Inferential Statistics
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning the basics of making inferences from data.
Section 5: The Importance of Data Analysis
- Lesson 1: How Data Analysis Informs Decisions
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Examining examples of data-driven decision making.
- Lesson 2: Analyzing Simple Datasets
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practicing analysis on basic datasets.
Module 2: Data Collection and Sampling Techniques
Section 1: Introduction to Data Collection
- Lesson 1: Methods of Gathering Data
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of surveys, observations, and experiments.
- Lesson 2: Designing a Data Collection Plan
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Creating simple plans for gathering data.
Section 2: Understanding Sampling
- Lesson 1: What Is a Sample?
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Defining samples and their role in data collection.
- Lesson 2: Benefits of Sampling
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Discussing why sampling is effective and efficient.
Section 3: Types of Sampling Methods
- Lesson 1: Random Sampling
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Learning the basics of random sampling techniques.
- Lesson 2: Non-Random Sampling Methods
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding convenience and purposive sampling.
Section 4: Avoiding Sampling Bias
- Lesson 1: What Is Sampling Bias?
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying bias and its effects on data integrity.
- Lesson 2: Strategies to Minimize Bias
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Best practices for reducing bias in sampling.
Section 5: Practical Data Collection
- Lesson 1: Collecting Data from Surveys
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Hands-on tips for survey design and implementation.
- Lesson 2: Organizing and Cleaning Data
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Basic data cleaning and organization for analysis.
Module 3: Descriptive Statistics and Data Visualization
Section 1: Measures of Central Tendency
- Lesson 1: Mean, Median, and Mode Basics
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to the concept of central tendency.
- Lesson 2: Calculating Central Tendency
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple techniques for computing mean, median, and mode.
Section 2: Measures of Spread
- Lesson 1: Range and Interquartile Range
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding variability in data.
- Lesson 2: Standard Deviation and Variance
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basic introduction to measuring spread.
Section 3: Data Visualization Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Creating Bar Graphs and Pie Charts
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: How to visually represent data with basic charts.
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Graphs and Charts
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding what data visuals tell us.
Section 4: Organizing Data: Tables and Histograms
- Lesson 1: Constructing Data Tables
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Techniques to organize data in table formats.
- Lesson 2: Drawing and Reading Histograms
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Visualizing data distributions with histograms.
Section 5: Introduction to Software Tools
- Lesson 1: Basic Data Entry Tools (Spreadsheets)
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Using spreadsheet software for data entry and simple analysis.
- Lesson 2: Simple Data Visualization Software
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: An overview of accessible tools for creating visuals.
Module 4: Foundations of Probability and Statistical Inference
Section 1: Basics of Probability
- Lesson 1: Understanding Chance and Uncertainty
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduce the concept of probability in everyday language.
- Lesson 2: Simple Probability Calculations
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Basic techniques for calculating probabilities.
Section 2: Sampling Distributions
- Lesson 1: Concept of a Sampling Distribution
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learn what sampling distributions are and how they form.
- Lesson 2: Examples of Sampling Distributions
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Examining simple real-world cases.
Section 3: Introduction to Confidence Intervals
- Lesson 1: What Are Confidence Intervals?
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Defining and understanding confidence intervals at a basic level.
- Lesson 2: Calculating Simple Confidence Intervals
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Step-by-step introduction to forming confidence intervals.
Section 4: Hypothesis Testing Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Understanding Hypotheses
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introducing the basics of null and alternative hypotheses.
- Lesson 2: Simple Steps in Hypothesis Testing
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Overview of a basic hypothesis test process.
Section 5: Interpreting Statistical Findings
- Lesson 1: Making Decisions with Data
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: How to draw meaningful conclusions from statistical results.
- Lesson 2: Common Misinterpretations
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Learning to avoid basic mistakes in interpreting data.
Module 5: Practical Applications and Data Interpretation
Section 1: Real-World Data Projects
- Lesson 1: Identifying a Data Project Topic
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: How to choose a simple, real-world data project.
- Lesson 2: Planning a Data Analysis Project
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Outlining steps for a project from start to finish.
Section 2: Collecting and Preparing Project Data
- Lesson 1: Gathering Data for Your Project
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Practical tips for collecting data relevant to a chosen topic.
- Lesson 2: Data Cleaning and Preprocessing
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple methods for preparing data for analysis.
Section 3: Analyzing Project Data
- Lesson 1: Applying Descriptive Statistics to Projects
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using statistical measures to summarize project data.
- Lesson 2: Visualizing Your Project Data
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating clear visuals to interpret project findings.
Section 4: Drawing Inferences from Projects
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Inference in Projects
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: How to make basic inferences from collected data.
- Lesson 2: Reporting Your Findings
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Learning how to communicate conclusions effectively.
Section 5: Ethical Data Practices and Future Exploration
- Lesson 1: Understanding Ethical Considerations
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Basic ethical guidelines for handling and analyzing data.
- Lesson 2: Exploring Future Opportunities in Data Analysis
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Looking ahead at how data analysis skills can be used in various fields.