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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
Pages: 14
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Freakatistics--Discussion Assignments for the Statistics Classroom
Soltys, Steve; McClintock, Scott
PRIMUS, v24 n1 p81-94 2014
This paper proposes and discusses how to use an assignment based on "Freakonomics" as a way to foster critical thinking and statistical literacy skills within the classroom.
Descriptors: Statistics, Mathematics Instruction, Critical Thinking, Numeracy, Reading Assignments, Books, Economics, Introductory Courses, Undergraduate Students, College Mathematics, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Discussion Groups, Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Effectiveness
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