Introduction to regression using NBA statistics.(National Basketball Association)

Abstract

This paper presents an activity that was used to introduce concepts related to the simple linear regression model using data from the National Basketball Association (NBA). Using SPSS to facilitate student understanding and interpretation of statistics concepts, this particular classroom example also illustrates potential problems that can arise when manipulating real-life data. Teaching activities of this sort might help students to begin to make the connection between learning in the classroom and applying the methods out in the real world.

Introduction

The teaching of introductory statistics courses and concepts can be a challenge. ...