Independent student projects in undergraduate engineering statistics and quality control courses |
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| Authors: | Stephen B. Vardeman |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Statistics and Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering , Iowa State University , Ames, IA, 50011-1210 E-mail: vardeman@iastate.edu303 Snedecor Hall |
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| Abstract: | This paper considers the use of independent student data collection and analysis projects in the teaching of engineering statistics and quality control. It describes the possible forms such projects can take, gives some details of their use at Iowa State University, and argues for their effectiveness in improving learning. |
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| Keywords: | written reports oral presentations feedback student/faculty interaction benefits |
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