AP® Statistics

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AP® Statistics introduces students to exploring data, sampling and experimentation, anticipating patterns, and determining statistical inference. It also integrates key statistical concepts with biblical teaching and Christian theology. Students learn that many of the “greats” throughout the history of statistics, including Galileo and Newton, were not only Christians but were inspired by biblical teachings (the doctrine of creation, divine providence, etc.). In this vein, there are many ways in which statistics can help us know God and God’s world better, to say nothing of the many ways in which God’s Word can help us know and engage with statistics better. As students work their way through this challenging yet highly engaging course, they plan, conduct studies, anticipate patterns using probabilities and simulations, use statistical inference to analyze data and draw conclusions, and otherwise begin to think about statistics from a distinctly Christian perspective. Confidence levels in inferential statistics give students occasion to reflect on certainty and uncertainty in Christian theology.

This course is designed to provide a college-level experience and prepare students for the AP® exam. Students wishing to take the AP® exam are responsible for registering prior to the November 15 deadline. AP® Exams are administered the following May. Students must take the AP® exam in order to receive AP® credit.