A lot of applied statistical techniques are best learned by doing, such as experimental design, predictive modelling, simulation, etc. Probability models (what is covered in STAT 334) are often fairly theoretical, but STAT 334 is a course for business and accounting students, who are more interested in the applications. They are also familiar with the idea of case studies from the business courses they take.
Because of that, I decided to have a Case Study Competition in STAT 334. The choice of topic was completely up to the...
When I was an aviation student, and eventually made the decision to pursue a graduate degree, it wasn't until I was about to graduate that I realized my new career as an academic really boiled down to a position as a professional writer (who also happens to teach). I expect this reality hits many of us pretty hard. Despite writing student papers and an eventual dissertation, looking down the road to a career filled with writing is very daunting.
A career as an academic is incredibly rewarding and fulfilling! Yet, developing writing skills takes time and strategy. ...