title: The computer as a classroom participant in teaching statistics.
abstract: The versatility, speed, and portability of the personal computer make it a great partner in the classroom for teaching statistics. The computer display from the monitor can be shown as a clear image on a large screen by a projection panel. Commercially available software, easy-to-use and relatively inexpensive, enables an instructor to carry out many classroom demonstrations of basic statistical ideas. The graphics capabilities of the personal computer for plotting and animated effects capture students' interest and promote learning.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19104-6096.
authors.forename: B S
authors.initials: BS
authors.lastname: Jacobsen
authors.forename: R S
authors.initials: RS
authors.lastname: Jacobsen
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Tulman
mesh_terms: D001699:Biometry; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D011380:Programmed Instructions as Topic / Q000592:standards*; D012984:Software / Q000592:standards; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods*