It/mathematics: Statistical science

Abstract

This chapter is devoted to the mathematics component of the FI3T project, which focused on statistical science with applications in three increasingly important areas of scientific inquiry: public health and medical data, environmental issues, and manufacturing reliability and safety issues. We describe the workshops of the capacity building first year as well as the project-related work during the second year for both cohorts of students in the project. The descriptions of workshop activities, of the work of visiting scientists, and of field trips to local businesses exhibit the applications and importance of mathematics and statistics in STEM related fields. The chapter also provides information about career opportunities and how the workshop themes align with the high school Common Core Standards.