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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ842698
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007
Pages: 12
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An Active Tutorial on Distance Sampling
Richardson, Alice
Journal of Statistics Education, v15 n1 2007
The technique of distance sampling is widely used to monitor biological populations. This paper documents an in-class activity to introduce students to the concepts and the mechanics of distance sampling in a simple situation that is relevant to their own experiences. Preparation details are described. Variations and extensions to the activity are also suggested. (Contains 1 table and 3 figures.)
Descriptors: Sampling, Statistics, Instruction, Biology, Population Distribution, Population Trends, Class Activities, Scientific Concepts, Relevance (Education), Computation
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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