STAT-C1000 - Introduction to Statistics - Anupama Chandran

Introduction

Welcome to STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics - 100% ONLINE 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.

The class does not meet on Zoom or in-person for regular lectures. During the semester, if you have any questions, you could join the zoom link provided on canvas for office hours or email me through canvas. You will be watching recorded lecture videos every week and take notes, discuss topics with your classmates, do problems from the textbook and submit them in Canvas Assignments.

Course Description

This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. The course also covers essential concepts and techniques for analyzing categorical data. Students will learn effective data visualization methods and statistical techniques. Topics include calculating and interpreting confidence intervals for one and two population proportions, checking necessary assumptions, and conducting hypothesis tests for both one and two populations. Additionally, the course addresses important considerations in hypothesis testing, such as Type I and Type II errors.

What to Expect in this Course

Typical Class Day:

The class is 100% ONLINE. There are no in-person or zoom lecture sessions. You will be working on the assigned materials every week, except for COC holidays. Every week, you will get statistics video lectures from me, and you need to watch the videos, complete quizzes embedded to the videos and then work on the practice problems at your own pace. Homework consists of finishing assigned problems from sections for the week, and work on project when available in canvas, and study for exams so that you can acquire a great score. Every week you will be working on one affective domain assignment as well.

Required Materials

• Computer and internet access. (Required)   
• Access to Canvas (Required)
• Book/Pencil/Pen/Basic 4 function or scientific Calculator
• Access to Word/Excel

I will provide weekly updates in Canvas at the beginning of the week. All exams will be administered online during designated dates and times.

Every student is expected to make serious time commitment for this course every week, including 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 due at the end of each week.

Before each exam, you will go through review guides and review your homework. Then it will be easy to complete the chapter exams. 

Types of Assessments

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

Exam & Quizzes Information

Exams will be completed online during scheduled dates and times. Quizzes will be done online in canvas which are embedded in the video lectures.

Textbook Information

The required free textbook for this STAT-C1000 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

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: 08/19/2025 Sub#: 1964 Sub ID: 200538