Statistics

Description

Credit: 0.5 (one semester)
Format: Self-paced online
Prerequisites: Algebra I (recommended)

Required Resource: OpenStax Introductory Statistics, 2e

This self-paced, one-semester course introduces students to the essential tools of statistics: the science of collecting, organizing, analyzing, and interpreting data. Using the free OpenStax Introductory Statistics, 2e textbook, students explore both the practical and conceptual foundations of statistics through real-world applications, hands-on data projects, and weekly assignments.

Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, random variables, the normal distribution, sampling, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. Emphasis is placed on both numerical accuracy and critical thinking: students will not only compute statistics but also evaluate the reliability of data, recognize bias, and communicate findings clearly.

Assignments are designed to be flexible and engaging: students may submit photos of written work, spreadsheets, or short reports. The course culminates in a final project where students collect or analyze a dataset and apply multiple statistical methods to interpret their results.

Semester Completion Policy
All self-paced courses must be completed within the semester in which the student is enrolled. While students may work through the material at their own pace, access does not extend beyond the active semester. This policy helps students stay on track, maintain academic momentum, and ensures coursework aligns properly with transcript and credit requirements. We encourage families to plan ahead and schedule consistent time each week for successful completion.