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Publication Date: 2008-May
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Paper-Clip Case: A Practical Activity to Improve Statistical Thinking for Engineering Students
Viles, E.
Teaching Statistics: An International Journal for Teachers, v30 n2 p57-60 May 2008
In this article I present an activity introducing statistical concepts to engineering students to help them develop inductive reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Engineering, Students, Statistics, Mathematical Concepts, Logical Thinking, Problem Solving
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Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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