Mathematics

This Annenberg series of 32 video modules introduces statistical topics in real-world context, visiting locations where people from all walks of life use statistics in their work. Starting with descriptive statistics, the course continues through probability and inference. Examples range from finding patterns in lightning strikes, to examining possible genetic resistance to deadly Lassa fever in West Africa, to linking DDT to the decline of peregrine falcons. Scientist and researcher Pardis Sabeti hosts the series. Available on Films on Demand; requires login.

A weekly visualization of different aspects of Census data. Beginning with historical Census data on populations, the topics will expand beyond decennial census data to include the full breadth of Census Bureau data sets and subject areas, from household and family dynamics, to migration and geographic mobility, to economic indicators.

Massive list of online resources for statistics students and instructors, compiled by Robert F. Heckard, Penn State University and Jessica Utts, University of California, Irvine.

Captivating animations illustrating foundational statistics concepts.

This podcast looks at the statistics behind the stories, and the stories behind the statistics with Miami University department chairs John Bailer (statistics), and Richard Campbell (media, journalism & film). Guests have included network television executives, sports reporters, environmental researchers, data journalists and statisticians in a variety of flavors.

Why is statistics important? The short answer is that the science of statistics has powerful and far-reaching effects on everyone, yet most people are unaware of their connection to statistics—from the foods we eat to the medicines we take, to the air we breathe to the bridges we cross each day—and how statistics improve their lives. The World of Statistics website promotes these goals by providing regular blogs on applications of statistics that are bettering our lives, information about the many interesting and rewarding careers in statistics, and up-to-date information on statistically related events and activities worldwide.