Introducing Bayesian Statistical Analysis into Your Teaching – Oct. 13, 2023

Session Description

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Bayesian statistical methods are becoming increasingly popular in a wide variety of modern applications. This workshop provides resources and support for statistics educators to incorporate aspects of Bayesian statistics in their teaching. Through a series of detailed classroom-ready examples and hands-on activities, including exercises in R, participants will learn how to introduce Bayesian ideas into existing statistics courses at each of the introductory, intermediate, and advanced undergraduate levels. We will also give participants some hands-on experience with conducting Bayesian statistical analysis in R, including regression and hierarchical models. We will share our experiences of incorporating Bayesian ideas in our own teaching and provide some suggestions for best practices.

This workshop is primarily intended for those interested in incorporating aspects of Bayesian statistics in their teaching. No previous experience with Bayesian statistics is necessary. The modules will present material as we would present it to students, albeit compressed into a one-day workshop. During the workshop, you will play the role of the student – from introductory to advanced – as you complete and discuss activities. Therefore, the workshop will also be relevant to those interested in a (very) short course in Bayesian statistics.

This workshop is hosted by Southern Ontario Toronto Chapter of the ASA.

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