Order Inferential Statisitcs On Decision Making

Graduate School

COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Information

DSRT734 – B04 Infer Stats in Decision-Making Summer 2021 Second Bi-Term

Course Format: Online CRN: 30178

Class Time and Location: R 08:01 PM – 09:30 PM

Instructor Information
Name: Dr. Christopher Phillips

Email: christopher .phillips@ucumberlands.edu Phone: 606-451-6839

Office Location: Remote

Office Hours/Preferred Contact Times: MTW 1-4

Course Description
DSRT 734 − Inferential Statistics in Decision-making (3 hours) This course focuses on the descriptive and inferential statistics commonly used in organizational

administration. Course activities include the application of statistical methods to research design, as well as an investigation of how these methods can contribute to school improvement. Specific concepts include measures of central tendency and

variability, probability theory, estimation and significance, and correlation and regression.

Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course:

Students will describe the essential characteristics of quantitative research.

Students will apply inferential statistical tests on problems requiring parametric and non-parametric analyses.

Students will identify potential research designs for various problems.

Students will analyze statistical information in the professional literature on a topic related to their own research project.

Learner Outcomes
Students will analyze research and demonstrate professional communication skills..

Students will apply statistical tests to answer research questions.

Students will write two article reviews, one practical connection assignment, complete three quizzes, one mid-term exam, and one final exam.

Students will analyze statistical results.

Students will learn the practical application of statistical analysis.

Course Website
Access to the course website is required via the iLearn portal on the University of the Cumberlands website: http://www.ucumberlands.edu/ilearn/

or h ttps://ucumberlands.blackboard.com/

Required Books and Resources
Title: Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association
ISBN: 9781433832178

Authors: American Psychological Association Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA) Publication Date: 2019-10-01

Title: Exploring Statistics
ISBN: 9780996339223

Authors: Chris Spatz Publication Date: 2019-01-01

Course Required text can be found and purchased via the UC Barnes and Noble Bookstore: h ttps://cumber.bncollege.com/shop/cumberlands/page/find-textbooks

Requirements and Policies
A cademic Dishonesty Policy
As a Christian liberal arts university committed to the pursuit of truth and understanding, any act of academic dishonesty is especially distressing and cannot be tolerated. In general, academic dishonesty involves the abuse and misuse of information or people to gain an undeserved academic advantage or evaluation.

The common forms of academic dishonesty include:

1. cheating – using deception in the taking of tests or the preparation of written work, using unauthorized materials, copying another person’s work with or without consent, or assisting another in such activities;

2. lying – falsifying, fabricating, or forging information in either written or spoken presentations;

3. plagiarism –

using the published writings, data, interpretations, or ideas of another without proper documentation.

Episodes of academic dishonesty are reported as appropriate to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The potential penalty for academic dishonesty includes 1) a failing grade on a particular assignment, 2) a failing grade for the entire course, 3) suspension or expulsion, or (4) revocation of a degree.

Attendance Policy

Course enrollment and participation will be monitored and verified for all students during the first two weeks of classes. Lack of participation during this time may

jeopardize enrollment status. Each student is expected to meet course expectations by completing the coursework required each week. Active participation and staying abreast of the material is essential to success. Program specific attendance policies may still

apply.

P articip ation Policy
Study after study has linked successful academic performance with good class

participation. Those who assume positions of responsibility must “show up” in order to be effective. Therefore, students are expected to actively participate in an intelligent discussion of assigned topics in all areas (Discussion Board Activities, Synchronous

Sessions, Forums, Shared Papers, etc.) to help process course material and/or to demonstrate an understanding of course content.

Course Evaluations
The course evaluation will be open during the last two weeks of the term. To access the evaluation (during that time), visit h ttps://uofcumberlands.campuslabs.com/eval-home/ and log-in using your UC credentials. A reminder email notification will be sent when the evaluation is available.

We value your feedback. Every evaluation is confidential and anonymous. The

anonymous results of the course evaluations are not available for faculty to see until

after final grades are submitted. Your thoughtful responses guide future improvements for the course and programs.

D isability Accommodations
University of the Cumberlands accepts students with certified disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations for their certified needs in the classroom, in housing, in

food service or in other areas. For accommodations to be awarded, a student must submit a completed Accommodations Application form and provide documentation of the disability to the Disability Services Coordinator (Keely Peterson, Boswell Campus Center, Student Services Office Suite, a ccommodations@ucumberlands.edu ). When all paperwork is on file, a meeting between the student and the Coordinator will be

arranged to discuss possible accommodations before accommodations are formally approved. Students must then meet with the Coordinator at the beginning of each semester before any academic accommodations can be certified for that term.

Certifications for other accommodations are normally reviewed annually.

Academic Appeal
Both undergraduate and graduate students have the right to challenge a grade. If

discussions with the course instructor and department chair do not lead to a satisfactory conclusion, students may file a formal written appeal with the Vice President for

Academic Affairs, who will forward the appeal to the chair of the Academic Appeals Committee. This formal written appeal must be filed by the end of the 4th week of

classes in the next regular term following the term in which the course in question was

taken. The Academic Appeals Committee then gathers information from the student, the instructor, and any other relevant parties. The Committee will deliver its recommendation on the complaint to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. After reviewing this recommendation and concurring or amending it, the Vice President for

Academic Affairs will inform the student and instructor of the disposition of the

complaint no later than the last day of classes of the term in which the complaint was filed. Records of all actions regarding academic grade appeals, including their final

disposition, are maintained by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Academic

Appeals Committee. ( U ndergraduate Catalog/Graduate Catalog )

Student Responsibilities
Students should:

Use University of the Cumberlands email system for all academic, administrative, and co-curricular communication between faculty, staff and peers.

Check for email and class announcements using iLearn (primary) and University of the Cumberlands webmail (secondary) daily.

Demonstrate Cumberlands Character in and outside the classroom per the University Mission & Vision

Ensure you have consistent required technology for the course Participate in courses regularly to:

Find announcements and updates

Complete assignments on time. Keep in mind that all deadlines use Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Engage in discussion

Connect with fellow students and faculty

Present written work in an academic and professional manner.

Take examinations on the designated dates and times. Students should make arrangements with faculty before the designated date for any needed

accommodations.

Contact faculty or student success coordinator with questions or concerns.

Course Policies
The only authorized electronic means of academic, administrative, and co-

curricular communication between University of the Cumberlands and its students is through the UCumberlands email system (i.e. Webmail). Each student is responsible for monitoring his/her University email account frequently. This is the primary email account used to correspond with you directly by the University; imperative program information is sent to this email account specifically from

campus and program office.

Students should check for e-mail and class announcements using iLearn (primary) and University of the Cumberlands webmail (secondary).

Students are expected to find out class assignments for missed classes and make up missed work.

Students are expected to find out if any changes have been made in the class or assignment schedule.

All assignments, unless otherwise instructed, should be submitted in APA format.

Written work must be presented in a professional manner. Work that is not submitted in a professional manner will not be evaluated and will be returned as unacceptable.

There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful

attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered as inadequate for college writing and graded

accordingly.

Students are expected to take the examinations on the designated dates. If you

are unable to take the exam on the scheduled date and know in advance, you are to make arrangements with your professor before the designated date. If you miss the exam, you must have a legitimate reason as determined by your professor.

Recognizing that a large part of professional life is meeting deadlines, it is necessary to develop time management and organizational skills. Failure to meet the course

deadlines may result in penalties. Keep in mind that all deadlines are set using Eastern Standard Time (EST). Late assignments will NOT be accepted.

Course Activities and Experiences
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance. There are 500 points possible.

Students will be evaluated on:

1. Three Quizzes (50 points each)

2. Two Article Reviews (25 points each)

Written Assignment where students evaluate one quantitative and one qualitative research article (One page each).

3. Practical Connection Assignment (50 points total)

Written Assignment where students will reflect on course concepts and their practical connection to a working environment.

4. Comprehensive Mid-Term Exam (125 points total)

5. Comprehensive Final Exam (125 points total)

Links to Support
UC Academic Catalog: h ttps://www.ucumberlands.edu/academics/academic-catalog

UC Student Handbook: h ttps://www.ucumberlands.edu/student-handbook

Academic Resources & Writing Center: w ww.ucumberlands.edu/learningcommons

Library: h ttp://www.ucumberlands.edu/library/

Bookstore: h ttps://cumber.bncollege.com/shop/cumberlands/home

About University of the Cumberlands:
h ttps://www.ucumberlands.edu/about/presidents-welcome

Instructions for Accessing, Downloading, and Activating Office 365 Pro Plus (free for UC Students):
h ttps://helpdesk.ucumberlands.edu/support/solutions/articles/7000045435

Course Evaluation
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance. There are 500 points possible.

Students will be evaluated on:

1. Quizzes (Three quizzes at 50 points each)

2. Two article reviews (one page each) evaluating one quantitative and one qualitative research article (50 points total)

3. Practical Connection Assignment – Written Assignment where students will reflect on course concepts and their practical connection to a working environment. (50 points total)

4. Comprehensive Mid-Term Exam (125 points total)

5. Comprehensive Final Exam (125 points total)

Grading Scale
A: 90% – 100%

B: 80% – 89%

C: 70% – 79%

F: 69% or Below