Cognitive Science 0149 - Statistics Through Baseball

Spring
2016
1
4.00
Ethan Meyers
01:00PM-02:20PM M,W
Hampshire College
319614
Cole Science Center 316
emmCS@hampshire.edu
The field of Statistics aims to interpret large data sets that contain random variation. Baseball is a simple game that contains a high degree of randomness, and because professional baseball has been played since the 19th century, a large amount of data has been collected about players' performance. In this class we examine key concepts in Statistics and Data Science using baseball as a motivating example. We will also discuss how newer statistics, known as sabermetrics, that have been used to gain additional insights, and will be learn how to use the R programming language to analyze data. Assignments will consist of weekly problem sets and a short final project. By taking this class students will develop an understanding of key Statistical concepts that will be useful for interpreting data from many fields.
Mind, Brain, and Information Quantitative Skills In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. This time includes reading, writing, and research.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.