Improving open-ended problem solving: Lessons learned in industry


Book: 
Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Teaching Statistics
Authors: 
Zayac, S. A.
Editors: 
Vere-Jones, D., Carlyle, S., & Dawkins, B. P.
Category: 
Volume: 
1
Pages: 
79-83
Year: 
1991
Publisher: 
International Statistical Institute
Place: 
Voorburg, Netherlands
Abstract: 

What's needed to excite interest in mathematics? We've found a common approach useful both in industry and the schools. Focussing on open-ended problems reveals both the practical impact of quantitative thinking and the role advanced numerical methods play in improving the quality of decisions. Using examples drawn from industry, a framework will be provided to introduce statistical thought into asking questions and getting answers.

The CAUSE Research Group is supported in part by a member initiative grant from the American Statistical Association’s Section on Statistics and Data Science Education

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