Statistics in context: collecting, handling and presenting data

Cod y Modiwl: PGM0900
Teitl y Modiwl: Statistics in context: collecting, handling and presenting data
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2026/2027
Semester: Semester 1 Dysgwyd dros 2 semester
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Dr Kim Kenobi
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Dr Kim Kenobi; Miss Sylvia Lutkins; Professor Reyer Zwiggelaar

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Presentation:	40%
Asesiad Semester	1000-1500 word report:	60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Replacement written report:	100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

1. Have developed an academic awareness of the issues and potential pitfalls around collecting data 2. Be able to define sample size, population and any covariates when conducting statistical analyses 3. Lead a discussion group on a data set of relevance to their studies 4. Be able to academically present statistical data effectively in order to make patterns clear.

Disgrifiad cryno

The course consists of a set of seminar discussions about different data sets. Some data sets will be presented by the staff members running the course. Others will be presented by postgraduate students on the course. By looking at a variety of data sets through the course, student will develop an understanding of important questions to consider when deciding how to gather data and make statistical inference based on that data.

Nod

This module aims to provide students with a general framework which can be used to critique statistical data sets constructively. Students will develop a good understanding of the need for careful planning when preparing to collect statistical data. By looking at a range of data sets, and thinking carefully about what statistical questions the data can help to answer, students will develop their awareness of the implications of the often complex processes that accompany the collection and effective presentation of data sets.

Cynnwys

The content will depend on the range of disciplines represented. Through the semester, students will develop an understanding of the importance of considering the context in which data sets are generated, and appreciating the implications of the various decisions that accompany the gathering and presenting of statistical data. A template for well-structured data collection, handling and presentation is offered as a model on which to base any statistical investigation.

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	The module develops written and spoken communication skills via the coursework and presentation respectively. Students will be expected to submit their work in word-processed format and the presentation of work should reflect effective expression of ideas and good use of language skills in order to ensure clarity and coherence.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa	Giving a presentation and participating in the group discussions will contribute to confidence in creative thinking and explaining scientific ideas.
Datrys Problemau	Through leading a discussion group on their own data, the students will need to identify the issues that arise in a consideration of the data in context
Gwaith Tim	The facilitated group discussions encourage all participants to join in to generate collective insights about the data.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	The course involves self-reflection and the critical evaluation one's own use of statistical data throughout. These skills are assessed both through the presentation and the written report after the delivery of the seminar.
Rhifedd	The module will develop skills in extracting relevant information from quantitative data
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	Since the students will each lead a discussion group on their own data set, they will develop a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding their experiment or study.
Sgiliau ymchwil	On completion of the module students should be able to use refined questioning to explore the patterns in statistical data sets. They will have used a clear schema for planning the collection, handling and presentation of data.

Nodau

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