Publisher's Synopsis
ActivStats for Excel ® (Windows® or Macintosh®) is a multimedia presentation of introductory statistics concepts which combines text, video, animation, interaction, and audio into a comprehensive learning tool. The CD-ROM integrates video, simulation, animation, narration, text, pictures, interactive experiments, and web access into a rich learning environment. The course offers practice with real data via links to Data Desk®, a full-function statistics package, and Excel (not included). By using ActivStats for Excel, students are able to develop a sound understanding of statistical concepts and methods, and receive narrated audio and visual instruction on using Excel. DDXL, a comprehensive Excel add-in is also included.
ActivStats for Excel is designed to accompany any statistics text, and even offers the option of alternate topic orders to match the most common textbook sequences. It can also be used as a source of laboratory activities, as a personal study guide, or as the core of a self-paced or distance learning course.The CD-ROM follows a course scope and sequence that is consistent with the ASA/MAA guidelines for teaching introductory statistics and the Advanced Placement Statistics Course.
