Elementary Statistics - MAT 1260 Assignment Sheet and Course Structure

Course Overview

This document outlines the assignment schedule, assessment structure, and key expectations for the Elementary Statistics (MAT 1260) course. It provides a week-by-week breakdown of quizzes, tests, and discussion assignments, as well as guidance on how to prepare for assessments and utilize course resources effectively.

Course Structure and Assessment

Assignment Types and Due Dates

• Statistics Pre-Assessment: An initial assessment to gauge your starting knowledge. Due August 28th.

• Discussions: Regular discussion posts are required, often introducing yourself or reflecting on course material. Each is typically worth 10 points.

• Quizzes: Frequent quizzes cover specific textbook sections and are designed to reinforce learning. Quizzes are generally worth 40-50 points each.

• Tests: Major assessments (Test 1 and Test 2) cover multiple chapters and are worth 150 points each.

• Final Exam: A comprehensive, cumulative exam covering all course content. Due December 11th, worth 200 points.

Weekly Breakdown and Content Coverage

• Weeks 1-2: Introduction, Pre-Assessment, and initial discussion.

• Weeks 2-4: Quizzes on Sections 1.1-1.3, 1.4-1.7, 1.8-1.9, 2.1-2.2, 2.3-2.4, 3.1-3.3, 4.1-4.2.

• Week 5: Test 1 (Chapters 1-4).

• Weeks 6-8: Quizzes on Sections 5.1-5.2, 6.1-6.2, 7.1-7.3.

• Week 9: Test 2 (Chapters 5-7).

• Weeks 10-12: Quizzes on Sections 8.1-8.4, 9.1-10.2, 11.1-12.1.

• Week 13: Final Exam (Cumulative).

Assessment Table

Assignment	Due Date	Points	Content Covered
Statistics Pre-Assessment	August 28	10	Introductory
Quiz 1	September 4	50	Sections 1.1-1.3
Quiz 2	September 11	50	Sections 3.2, 3.3
Quiz 3	September 18	50	Sections 4.1, 4.2
Test 1	September 25	150	Chapters 1-4
Quiz 4	October 2	50	Sections 5.1, 5.2
Quiz 5	October 9	50	Sections 6.1, 6.2, 6.4
Quiz 6	October 16	50	Sections 7.1, 7.2, 7.3
Test 2	October 23	150	Chapters 5-7
Quiz 7	October 30	40	Sections 8.1, 8.2
Quiz 8	November 13	40	Sections 8.3, 8.4
Quiz 9	November 20	40	Sections 9.1, 9.2, 10.1, 10.2
Quiz 10	December 4	40	Sections 11.1, 11.2, 12.1
Final Exam	December 11	200	All course content

Key Course Policies and Study Tips

• Technology Requirements: Use Chrome or Firefox for all quizzes and tests. Do not use Safari, Internet Explorer, or Edge as images may not display correctly and you may not be able to answer all questions.

• Quizzes and Tests: Once started, quizzes and tests must be completed in one sitting. They will auto-submit at the deadline or if you close the window.

• Preparation: The best way to prepare for the final exam is to review all quizzes and tests, ensuring you understand how to do every problem.

• Homework: Completing all assigned homework and practice problems is essential for success.

• Resources: Utilize MyLab Statistics for step-by-step explanations, homework help, and additional practice. Lecture videos and animations are also available for further support.

Major Topics Covered

• Descriptive Statistics: Organizing and summarizing data.

• Probability: Basic probability concepts and rules.

• Discrete and Continuous Random Variables: Probability distributions, mean, and variance.

• Sampling Distributions: Central Limit Theorem and applications.

• Estimation: Confidence intervals for means and proportions.

• Hypothesis Testing: Tests for means, proportions, and variances.

• Correlation and Regression: Analyzing relationships between variables.

• Chi-Square and ANOVA: Tests for categorical data and comparing means across groups.

Study Strategies

• Review all quizzes and tests as the final exam is cumulative.

• Practice problems from each chapter to reinforce understanding.

• Use provided technology and online resources for additional explanations and practice.

• Participate in discussions to clarify concepts and engage with peers.

Additional Info

• Tables and Critical Values: For hypothesis testing, you may need to use statistical tables (e.g., t-tables, F-tables) provided in the course or textbook appendices.

• Grading: Points for each assignment and test are clearly listed; ensure you keep track of deadlines and submission requirements.