Assessment Twists

In my classroom, I use a variety of nontraditional mechanisms to assess my students. Some of the assessments have some interesting benefits, including virtually wiping out student cheating... by letting them cheat.

My Advice for the AP Stats Newbie

I've been asked several times this year for some advice for educators teaching AP Statistics for the first time. Here is usually what I tell these new teachers:

First, let me start by pointing out that Stats teachers are one of the most generous ed groups out there. The vast majority are teaching solo in their schools and/or taught for the first time with little support. So many of us remember having been right where you, the newbie teachers, are. 

Some things to do right away: