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elcome to our AP Statistics class. I am glad for the privilege to teach at one of Palmetto’s finest high schools. I hope that you look forward to working with me too. I am committed to helping students to meet the required South Carolinaand College Board standards for data analysis. I expect all my students to contribute to a positive learning environment, where every student has the opportunity to learn and excel. I also expect all my students to pass the class. At RidgeViewHigh School we expecteveryone to graduate. To this end, I look forward to working with all my students, their parents, the school and the community to accomplish this goal. Welcome aboard!

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ourse Description:The purpose of the AP course in statistics is to introduce students to the major

concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:

1.Exploring Data: Describing patterns and departures from patterns

2.Sampling and Experimentation: Planning and conducting a study

3.Anticipating Patterns: Exploring random phenomena using probabilityand simulation

4.Statistical Inference: Estimating population parameters and testing hypotheses

Students who successfully complete the course and exam may receive credit,advanced placement or both for a one-semester introductory college statistics course.Technology is used to design, collect, organize and display data. Emphasis is on interpretation and significance of the data. Real life applications will be used through out the course. Computers and calculators will be used in this course. It is imperative that every student have a graphing calculator (TI-Nspire or TI-Nspire CAS, TI-84 Silver Plus is acceptable but not recommended)).

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Course Content Overview[1]

The topics for AP Statistics are divided into four major themes: exploratory analysis(20–30 percent of the exam), planning and conducting a study (10–15 percent ofthe exam), probability (20–30 percent of the exam), and statistical inference(30–40 percent of the exam).

I.Exploratory analysis of data makes use of graphical and numerical techniquesto study patterns and departures from patterns. In examining distributions ofdata, students should be able to detect important characteristics, such asshape, location, variability and unusual values.From careful observations ofpatterns in data, studentscan generate conjectures about relationships amongvariables.The notion of how one variable may be associated with anotherpermeates almost all of statistics, from simple comparisons of proportionsthrough linear regression. The difference between association and causationmust accompany this conceptual development throughout.

II.Data must be collected according to a well-developed plan if valid informationis to be obtained.If data are to be collected to provide an answer to a questionof interest, a careful plan must be developed. Both the type of analysis that isappropriate and the nature of conclusions that can be drawn from that analysisdepend in a critical way on how the data was collected. Collecting data in areasonable way, through either sampling or experimentation, is an essentialstep in the data analysis process.

III.Probability is the tool used for anticipating what the distribution of data should looklike under a given model.Random phenomena are not haphazard: they displayan order that emerges only in the long run and is described by a distribution.The mathematical descriptionof variation is central to statistics. The probabilityrequired for statistical inference is not primarily axiomatic or combinatorial butis oriented toward using probability distributions to describe data.

IV.Statistical inference guides the selection of appropriate models.Models and datainteract in statistical work: models are used to draw conclusions from data,while the data are allowed to criticize and even falsify the model throughinferential and diagnostic methods. Inference from data can be thought of asthe process of selecting a reasonable model, including a statement in probabilitylanguage, of how confident one can be about the selection.

Required Materials and Supplies:

  • Pencils, pens, erasers, color pencils, crayons, crayons (crayola)
  • Two 5-Subject Notebooks and a 3 ring binder
  • School Agenda Book, ID (to be hung from the neck visibly ALL the time)
  • A graphing calculator:TI-Nspire or TI-Nspire CAS.
  • Barron's AP Statistics with CD-ROM by Martin Sternstein Ph.D.
  • other supplies will be needed to complete projects at home
  • two sets of AAA alkaline batteries for Navigator System (Technology in the class room)
  • Hand sanitizer, set of 4 whiteboard markers and erasers, 1 box of Kleenex
  • for graph paper

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ttendance:Attendance and tardiness will be strictly enforced. According to SC Law, you cannot earn credit for this course if you accumulate more than 5 unexcused absences for a semester course or 10 for a year long course.

When you are absent, you are responsible for the work done while you are out. Notes and assignments will be made available online through Blackboard and/or my webpage for this class. Student has no more than 3 school days to make up any missed work, unless arranged otherwise at the teacher’s discretion.

Need Extra Help?

  • Tutoring is available in B-31on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
  • There is an abundance of resources online to help you. These will be pointed out during class or on our class webpage and on Blackboard. Here is the one complimentary to our textbook:
  • PLEASE SELF ENROL YOU IN MY BLACKBOARD CLASS for access.
  • PowerPoint presentations are on our class webpage and/or in BlackBoard
  • You can make up failed tests provided you:(1) get tutored first and (2) the make up is taken BEFORE the next scheduled test. Make up Tests have a limited maximum score of 85%.

COURSE GRADE:Final Grade: .4*S1 grade + .4*S2 grade

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  • First Semester (40% of Final Grade)
  • 16% First Quarter
  • 16% Second Quarter
  • 8% Semester 1 exam (mid-term)
  • Each quarter grade is weighted as
  • 40 % Tests
  • 20% Quizzes
  • 20% Projects
  • 10% Online Practice
  • 10% Assignments (CW/HW)
  • Second Semester (40% of Final Grade)
  • 16% Third Quarter
  • 16% Fourth Quarter
  • 8% Semester 2 Project
  • Each quarter grade is weighted as
  • 40 % Tests
  • 20% Quizzes
  • 20% Projects
  • 10% Online Practice
  • 10% Assignments (CW/HW)

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  • FINAL EXAM: 20%

Tests(40%)

  • For excused absences or at the teacher’s discretion you may make up missed test/project/quiz/assignments.School policy allows you up to 3 days to make up missed work.

IT IS THE STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ASK FOR THE MAKE-UP test/project/quiz/assignment in time to meet the 3 day deadline.

  • Tests are usually unit/chapter tests, so expect a test after every chapter or topic.
  • From time to time, some tests may be deployed online or using the TI Navigator System.
  • Projects may count as tests (sometimes as quizzes or assignments at the teacher’s discretion).Major projects may combine concepts from several units. Due dates will be given in class for each project. Projects handed in late may be docked 10% points off for each day the project is late.

Quizzes (20%)

  • Each study unit potentially has several short quizzes (like quiz per section of the chapter)
  • Some quizzes may be assigned online; Be prepared to take a quiz anytime

Projects (20%)

Projects will be assigned to implement the concepts discussed in each unit. These must be well written, word processed and computer/calculator generated graphics or tables included. The reports will follow the APA writing style.

Online Practice Tests (10%)

  • Every chapter has some multiple choice practice questions that prepare you for the chapter test

Assignments (10%) (Classwork, Lab (Fathom, Minitab, Microsoft Excel, TI Navigator System), Homework)

  • Class work includes warm-ups, lesson notes, announced & unannounced notebook quizzes, guided practice work, practice work books and computer activities using software such as software:Microsoft Excel,Minitab or Fathom or using TI Navigator System

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ork Ethic/Good citizenship (up to 5%Bonus)

This will be added to a test score, a midterm exam score or a final exam score.

You will earn a work ethic grade for your effort and behavior through out the duration of the course. The following guidelines are used for determining if you qualify for this extra credit:

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  1. focusing on day's task as soon as you come into the classroom: start working on warm ups as soon as you come into class.
  2. waiting to be dismissed by the teacher (and not the bell) at the end of class.
  3. sit up, actively participate, and take notes during instruction time without distracting other students or the teacher
  4. respecting others and their belongings by being kind with your words and actions?
  5. following classroom procedures and directions as given by the teacher
  6. having required supplies ready everyday (e.g. textbooks, pens, pencils, notebooks, calculator, etc.)
  7. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK TO EVERY LESSON

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Classroom Rules:

To create a positive environment whereevery student has the opportunity to learn, students are expected to:

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  • Follow class procedures & teacher’s directions.
  • No roaming around the classroom.
  • No loud, stray talking during instructional time.
  • ID to be worn visibly ALL the time with shirts tucked in
  • Eating or drinking beverages not allowed in classroom
  • Follow all school ruleswhile in this classroom (See your agenda for a comprehensive list of school rules, expectations, and guidelines).

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Consequences of not abiding by classroom rules:

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1)Warning/reassign seat

2)Time Out/detention

3)Call to Parent/Guardian

4) Referral to administrator for disciplinary action.

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Blatant disrespect toward anyone in the classroom, disruption of the classroom learning activities, or using curse words will result in an immediate referral to an administrator with possible immediate removal from the classroom.

Leaving the Classroom for Health Room or Bathroom

  • Fill out your agenda (hall pass) entries completely and legibly and quietly come for my initials
  • Please find an appropriate moment that minimizes interruptions to direct instruction(teacher directly giving instruction to class).
  • The administration asks that students not leave class during the first 15 nor the last 15 minutes of any period.No breaks between classes in a block class.

Parents Communication:

I have an open invitation policy for parents who want to come and observe their student in class. Just let me know at least a day in advance. We hope to publish a class news letter on our school website, featuring students work on the interesting things we do in class from day to day. Please let me know if you would like to visit us.

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Academic Integrity Policy of RichlandSchool District II

Students are warned against academic dishonesty and will be liable to disciplinary action if this is violated. You will need to include a copy in your own handwriting and sign, the following honor pledge, on the work you turn in when so asked by the teacher:

Honor Pledge:

On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized assistance on this assignment. I understand that any violation of the RSD2 honor code will result in academic and disciplinary action.

Parent Information Sheet

Please return this page ASAP to Mr. Everlast Chigoba, Room B-31

Student: ______Home Phone: ______

First and Last Name Check the box if someone is

home during the school day.

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): ______relation to student______

First and Last Name(s)

Work Phone(s):Home______Cell______work______

Provide a work phone only if you may receive phone calls at work during the school day.

Alternative contact: relation to student ______Home______Cell______work______

Provide a work phone only if you may receive phone calls at work during the school day.

Parent/Guardian E-mail(s): (Please print in uppercase letters) ______

Is there anything I should know about your child that would help me help him/her to succeed in school?(medical, academic, glasses, hearing problems, etc.)

Will you be able to buy your student a calculator (TI-84 recommended)? Yes No

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will you be instead rent one for your student from the school? ($25.00) Yes No

I have reviewed the Course Information Sheet. I understand what is required of me in order to be successful. I agree to follow the classroom rules and procedures in order to create a positive learning environment for all of us. I understand the Academic Integrity Policy of the school district.

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Student Signaturedate

I have reviewed the Course Information Sheet. I understand what is required of my child in order to be successful. I have read and I understand the school district’s academic integrity policy.

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Parent/Guardian Signaturedate

Please come meet me on Open House day.

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[1] From the official AP Statistics Course Description: