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Math 140 - Introductory Statistics - Udani Ranasinghe

Course:Introductory Statistics
Professor:Udani Ranasinghe
Email:udani.ranasinghe@canyons.edu
Format:
  • Online
  • OnlineLive
Course Length:
  • 5 Week

Introduction

Hello students, 

          Welcome to College of the Canyons Mathematics 140: Introductory Statistics. My name is Udani Ranasinghe and I will be teaching this course. I have been teaching Statistics for over 10 years at different community colleges and universities. Currently, I am teaching at COC.

I like to do Sudoku puzzles, watch sports and read in my free time. I love to dance and travel. 

I am very excited to meet and get to know you all. See you soon. 

Course Description

This course is very well structured. You will find everything in your canvas shell. This class is very different from regular math classes where you do certain type of problems and have one answer. This course is analysis based where we analyze data and do meaningful calculations with the help of computer software. Then afterwards, we will interpret those calculations in sentences and focus more on conceptual knowledge rather than calculations. You will have reading and writing assignments like an English class. So, this is not your typical math class.

We will cover Data analysis, Quantitative and Categorical variables, Sampling techniques, Sampling distributions, Confidence interval, Hypothesis testing, etc.

What to Expect in this Course

We will have online class meetings using Zoom during our class time. The goal of our weekly meetings is to use our time together to accomplish tasks that may be more difficult to complete on your own. Of primary importance is to build and strengthen our class community. Learning can be more enjoyable and efficient when we learn together! 

 

***Your weekly time commitment for Math 140 is around 10 hours in addition to the class meetings.

 

Technology Needs:

  • Computer access with internet and Chrome as a browser, and able to enable Proctorio Chrome Extension for exams
  • Computer must have speakers, webcam, and microphone
  • Be sure you have reliable Internet access, as you will spend a lot of time in Canvas.
  • Up-to-date Internet browser, such as Mozilla Firefox or Chrome
  • Valid MyCanyons e-mail account that you will regularly check
  • Basic knowledge of Canvas
  • Familiarity with Word processing program (Microsoft Word), and/or PDF. 
  • Knowledge to scan documents using a scanning app like Adobescan, Genius Scan, etc and save it as a PDF and upload to canvas if needed (for example, to show work for exams).
  • Computer skills, such as basic document creation and handling (how to cut/copy/paste from one document to another, how to create and save documents in Microsoft Word and as a pdf file, how to attach documents to e-mail messages and discussion posts, how to create and save a graph/chart/diagram, etc. in Microsoft Excel or Microsoft PowerPoint.

Types of Assessments

There are different types of assessments such as homework, mini quizzes, proctored online chapter exams and final, journals, projects, etc. 

Textbook Information

Textbook: The required free OER textbook is Introduction to Statistics for Community College Students (1st edition) by Matt Teachout. Links to the chapters, sections and problems in the textbook can be found on Canvas under ‘Modules’ tab or at www.matt-teachout.org under the "Statistics" tab.

StatKey: This software is free and does not need to be downloaded.  To access StatKey, go to www.lock5stat.com and click on the StatKey button.

Other Relevant Course Information

If you would like to add this class (waitlisted or just trying to add), please email me.

Good Luck!

 

 


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

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 11/10/2021 Sub#: 1138