Outcomes Assessment for Statistics
Learning Outcomes
The curriculum in liberal arts and sciences with a major in statistics
is designed to prepare students for entry level statistics positions
or graduate study in statistics.
Students completing the undergraduate degree in statistics should have
a broad understanding of the discipline of statistics. They should have
a clear compre-hension of the theoretical basis of statistical reasoning
and should be proficient in the use of modern statistical methods and
computing. Such graduates should have an ability to apply and convey
statistical concepts and knowledge in oral and written form. They should
be aware of ethical issues associated with polling and surveys and in
the summarization of the outcomes of statistical studies.
Measures
- Grades in the three core areas: Methods, Theory and Computing
- Examples of written work: projects, homework assignments, etc. where one of the criteria for evaluation is clear communication of statistical ideas.
- Performance on external exams: actuarial exams, GRE, etc.
- Information on students participation in internships or other activities where students apply their knowledge of statistics.
- First activity upon graduation: graduate school or job placement.
- Graduate degrees earned.
- Surveys of the graduates of the program
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