Please note that the STA1001 course is a new course that will be offered for the first time in Fall 2015. I am currently developing the course. So, there may still be some changes before the course starts. Please look at the information provided below as a guide, but anticipate some changes.
Course Syllabus
| Course Name: Pathway to Statistics | Term/Session: Fall 2015 |
| Course Number: STA1001 | Reference Number: 526597 |
Table of Contents
Faculty Contact Information
| Instructor Name: Professor Iossi | |
| Office Phone: | 954-201-6812 |
| BConline Campus Phone: | 954-201-7900 |
| Fax: | 954-201-7937 |
| Email: | Please use BConline (D2L) email. Use my BC email ONLY if you are unable to access the course email: liossi@broward.edu |
| Office Hours: | Office: Central Campus / Bld. 7 / Room: 226 Days/Time: TBAI will be in my office during these days and hours if you need to see me in person. |
| Online Office Hours: | Day(s): TBA Time: Meeting Location: Chat, Discussion, Pager, or outside program such as Skype. I will be online during these days and hours. |
| BC Safety Phone #: | 954-201-HELP (4357) |
Course Description
STA1001 will lay the foundation for further statistical study. This course introduces basic statistical concepts and focuses on data analysis and quantitative reasoning. This course emphasizes both written and verbal communication of statistical concepts and helps prepare the student for inferential statistics courses. STA1001 is designed for students who do not intend to major in math, science, computer science, business, etc. Please check your degree requirements before enrolling in this course. Students who complete this course will be prepared to enter STA2023, MGF1106, and MGF1107. This course will not serve as a prerequisite for MAT1033 or MAC1105. Click BC Course Outlines for more details.
General Course Outcomes
1.0 The student shall be able to perform key operations with decimals, fractions, and
percentages for upcoming statistical calculations, solve linear equations, solve formulas
for a given variable, and translate English phrases into mathematical expressions from
statistical contexts.
percentages for upcoming statistical calculations, solve linear equations, solve formulas
for a given variable, and translate English phrases into mathematical expressions from
statistical contexts.
2.0 The student shall be able to utilize basic statistical vocabulary and identify appropriate
data collection methods.
data collection methods.
3.0 The student shall be able define probability and apply basic probability calculations.
4.0 The student shall be able to organize data into table and graph form and interpret
such tables and graphs.
such tables and graphs.
5.0 The student shall be able to calculate and interpret measures of center and spread.
6.0 The student shall be able to identify the basic characteristics of the normal distribution
and apply the empirical rule.
and apply the empirical rule.
7.0 The student shall be able to select an appropriate model for bivariate data.
Click BC Course Outlines for more details.
Prerequisites & Corequisites
To maximize your chances for success in this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
MAT0018C with a minimum grade of C or
MAT0022C with a minimum grade of C or PR or
MAT0057 with a minimum grade of C or PR
There are no corequisites for this course.
Attendance & Participation Policies
During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz with a score of 100% from the online orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.
If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.
If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.
See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page
General Policies & Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BConline policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.
Broward College Policies
- Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BConline Policies
- Review the General Course Policies page for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
- This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus eTesting Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
- Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
Communication Policies
Communication
- Use the course email tool only for private, personal, one-to-one communication with a specific individual, or groups of individuals. Do not send course related emails to the instructor's BC email address.
- In the event that the course communication tools are unavailable for more than 24 hours, the instructor will communicate with students (if necessary) via their BC email address. Access your BC email account at http://www.outlook.com
Faculty Response
- Course emails and discussion posts will be answered within 48 hours. Emails and submissions sent on Saturday or Sunday, or holidays may not be answered until the next school day. It is recommended that you post course-related questions in the discussion area. Other students may have the same questions as you or may even be able to answer your questions. If you need info related to a test or assignment, plan ahead and submit your questions well ahead of the due date. Additionally, you can contact your instructor during their online office hours or schedule an online meeting. Your instructor is not online 24 hours per day, so please allow time for responses.
Textbook & Materials
 | Required Text: Title: STA1001 Broward College through www.ck12.org This is a free open educational resource (OER). You can access the text either through www.ck12.org or by clicking on the links within D2L. You will also need either the scientific calculator TI30XII (about $12) or the TI83/84 graphing calculator (about $120). If you plan on taking STA2023 in the future, I highly recommend making the investment for a TI 83 or TI 84. Note that you can often rent these calculators or purchase them used for a significant cost saving. |
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online course with proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
Course Schedule & Activities
Read and refer to this section regularly. It will tell you what assignments you should complete, and how to complete them. Deadlines for assignments, assessments, discussions, quizzes, tests, and all other graded and non-graded activities are posted in the course schedule. Submitting work late will be permitted only under extenuating circumstances and only with prior notificationand documentation (original funeral notice, original doctor note, etc.).
Instructions for Discussion Forum:
- Use the Q&A discussion thread to post questions that might be of general interest to all students such as questions about assignments, tests, etc. Feel free to respond to other students if you think you can help them.
Instructions for Quizzes:
- You will have 15 quizzes that will be completed on D2L.
Instructions for Tests:
- This course does have on-campus proctored exams. There will be four proctored tests and a proctored final exam.
Grading & Exam Policies
- View your Grades
- Online quiz and exam grades will be available after finishing the quiz or exam.
- Grades for assignments will be posted within five BC working days of the closing date of the assignment.
- Grades for discussion postings will be posted within five BC working days after the discussion has closed.
- Make-up Exam
- It is at the discretion of the instructor to offer a make-up exam. Make-up exams will only be considered under extenuating circumstances, and with prior notification and documentation (original funeral notice, original doctor note, etc.). Scheduling appointments and vacations are not valid reasons for requesting a make-up exam.
- How your Grade will be Determined
Assessment
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Graded Points
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Percent of Final Grade
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| Quizzes 15@ 10 pts. each | 150 | 30% |
| Discussions 10 @ 5 pts. each | 50 | 10% |
| Tests 4@50 pts. each | 200 | 40% |
| Final 1 @ 100pts. | 100 | 20% |
| Total | 500 | 100% |
Grading Scale
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Grades
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Percentage
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Grade = A
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90-100+%
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Grade = B
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80-89.9%
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Grade = C
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70-79.9%
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Grade = D
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60-69.9%
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Grade = F
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59.9%-0.0%
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Technical Resources
- Password Reset
- If your password does not work or you forgot it, click this link to reset it: Student Password Reset.
- If you need further support, please contact the BC helpdesk at 954-201-7521 or helpdesk@broward.edu.
- Technical Problems
- If you need help using BConline (D2L), you can review the step-by-step tutorials
- For year-round, 24 hour technical assistance, please visit the 24/7 Help Desk page.
