Math - 140 - Introductory Statistics - Anupama Chandran

Introduction

Welcome to Math 140 Introductory Statistics - hybrid class. My name is Anupama Chandran, and I will be your instructor for this course.  Please feel free to email me if you have questions or need help with anything regarding the course. This orientation letter will provide you with helpful information as you prepare for your class.

This course is taught in the hybrid modality, in which there will be few on-campus meetings and complete the assigned coursework independently online. More information about assignments, exams and lectures will be given on the canvas page which will be available on the first day of the semester in canvas and also during the first on-campus session. I will be posting important announcements about the course using the Canvas system. Please make sure to login to Canvas before the first day of the semester to check the Announcements to see what I have posted for the class to begin with.

Course Description

This course examines statistical methods including collecting data, bias, experimental design, exploratory data analysis, regression, probability, sampling and theoretical distributions, population estimations, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, categorical and quantitative association tests and how to use computer-based statistical software (statkey and statcato).

What to Expect in this Course

This is a Hybrid course, which means you will be learning a lot of the material online along with attending my weekly class meetings. I will be using a "flipped classroom" method, which means you will be watching online video lectures posted in canvas and will be doing problems in class with me during the on-campus meeting session. 

Required Materials

• Computer and internet access. (Required)   
• Access to Canvas (Required)
• Book/Pencil/Pen/Calculator

I will provide weekly updates and in-person help during our weekly class meetings. Our class time will be spent on summary lectures highlighting important concepts, Q&A, classwork, taking quizzes and/or taking exams. 

All exams will be administered in person during regular class time on designated dates.

Every student is expected to make serious time commitment for this course every week, including a few hours for watching lecture videos and a lot more additional hours for learning the material and doing homework exercises. More time may be needed for exam preparation. A homework set is generally due at the end of each week.

A typical weekly schedule: In addition to attending weekly class meeting, you have to watch (in your own time outside the classroom) a series of lecture videos covering one or two sections, while taking notes, organize and review the lecture notes as necessary, take online/on-campus quizzes, and do assigned exercises from the sections covered. A significant amount of time will be given in class to work on practice problems under my supervision. Before each exam, you will go through review guides and review your homework. Then come in and take the proctored exam in person during the face-to-face class meeting. Those with special accommodations approved by the AAC (Academic Accommodations Center) may be allowed to take exams in TLC (The Learning Center).

Assignment, and Project Submission Information

Students will be submitting assignments, and projects to the instructor using Canvas system. Also, there will be discussion assignments every week. More information provided in the syllabus.

Types of Assessments

There will be a syllabus quiz available on the first day of the semester in canvas. You must complete the syllabus quiz by the end of the day (by 11:59 pm) and exact date is given in your syllabus. If you do not participate in the quiz, you will be dropped from the course, unless I am notified in advance of a valid reason. 

Exam & Quizzes Information

Exams will be completed in class during scheduled dates. Quizzes will be done either online in canvas or on paper during on-campus session.  More exam and quiz related information will be provided on the first day of class. 

Textbook Information

The required free OER textbook for this Math 140 course is "Introduction to Statistics for Community College Students (1st edition) by Matt Teachout. The chapters, video lectures, textbook problems etc. will be available in the "Modules" section in canvas.

Other Relevant Course Information

Detailed class information will be provided on the first day of semester. Please check canvas for all the required materials and go through the syllabus.

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

• CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
• CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

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Library

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Last updated: 08/15/2024 Sub#: 1804