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Requirements for Project 1
Below is a checklist if items that must be addressed for Project 1.
- A description of the sampling technique that was made and how the
technique was applied. You must use
either simple random sampling, stratified random sampling, or
cluster sampling. Discuss any bias that might have occurred due to your
sampling technique. The
variable must be quantitative and the sample size must be greater than 30.
Be careful not to use the word "random" without fully explaining what you
mean. Also note that simple random sample sampling is usually
impossible to use.
- All relevant charts: must include a histogram, stem and leaf,
and box and
whiskers; and may include pie, and line plot, etc.
- An interpretation of each of the graphs in the context your study.
- A list of the summary statistics and an interpretation of each. This
can be found in
StatCrunch
and includes the mean, variance, Standard
Deviation, and several other statistics. Omit the standard error.
Pay special attention to the standard deviation, as it is the newly learned
statistic for this project. Make sure you interpret these in the
context of the survey rather than just list the definitions.
- A synopsis of the importance of your findings.
- A discussion of how further studies could be done in order to delve deeper
into the topic.
Click
here for a video on using StatCrunch for the project.
Grading will be based on completeness, mathematical accuracy, proper use of
statistical terminology, and your ability to communicate the results. All
charts and statistics must be computer generated. The paper should be
typed, double spaced, and have 12 point font. The Writing Center is an excellent source to get
assistance on your writing and the MSC is a great place to go for statistics
assistance.
Rubric for the Project Grades
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