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Re: Stats Class

Posted by shelliR on February 16, 2002, at 18:13:00

In reply to Re: Stats Class, posted by noa on February 16, 2002, at 13:29:43

I think that basic statistics and basic research methodology should definitely be part of a liberal arts degree. It's really important (to me, anyway) to understand whether you can trust the results of any study and if you don't know the basics in those two subjects, I think you're going to be much more likely to believe what any researcher wants you to believe.

I don't use either subject in my profession, but I use both every time I read a study and analyze the conclusion.

Also I agree with Shar. I wouldn't exactly call it a fall-back, I'd double major. It's really not all that hard--just means less diverse electives. The best thing about finishing college is that it's behind you if you decide to go to graduate school. I'd hate to decide at age 40 that I wanted to be a clinical psychologist and have to do college first before starting grad school.

And Shar, I also took my graduate stat courses in summer school (great minds.....)

Shelli


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