AP Statistics

The Advanced Placement Program offers a course description and examination in Statistics to secondary school students who wish to complete studies equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based, college course in statistics. This course includes the use of technology, projects, and laboratories, cooperative group problem-solving, and writing, which will support students in building interdisciplinary connections with other subjects and with their world outside of school.

Statistics Students are exposed to four broad conceptual themes:

1. Selecting Statistical Methods: Deciding what and how to measure and analyze

2. Data Analysis: Describing patterns, trends, associations, and relationships in data

3. Exploring Random Phenomena: Producing models using probability theory and simulation

4. Statistical Argumentation: Justify a conclusion from data and statistical inference.

Students who successfully complete the course and examination may receive credit advanced placement, or both for a one-semester introductory college statistics course.

Prerequisite: Passing both semesters of Algebra 2 or Math 3 with a C or better.

Online Textbook: The Practice of Statistics (6th Ed.) by Starnes and Tabor (Available soon, I am assured.)

Graphing Calculator

Notebook or binder (You will need a real one to do your work and to keep it organized.)

Paper

Pencils

Straightedge

Computer

These resources are provided by College Board and will always be available for you to use during any AP Statistics exercise or assessment. Please click the boxes to open the formulas and tables as you need them.