Course Outline for Mathematics 43W
Introduction to Probability and Statistics Workshop

Effective: Fall 2025
SLO Rev:
Catalog Description:

MTH 43W - Introduction to Probability and Statistics Workshop

0.50 Units

Laboratory, study group, collaborative workshop or computer laboratory time for Introduction To Probability and Statistics. MTH43W is a support course for students taking MTH43. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college-level math coursework, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want additional support while completing MTH 43.
Corequisite: STAT C1000 (Formerly MTH 43)
1702.00 - Mathematics Skills
Pass/No Pass
Type Units Inside of Class Hours Outside of Class Hours Total Student Learning Hours
Laboratory 0.50 36.00 0.00 36.00
Total 0.50 36.00 0.00 36.00
Measurable Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. read and write the mathematics used in Introduction To Probability and Statistics;
  2. use technology currently used in Introduction To Probability and Statistics;
  3. solve problems on their own and with peers without having to rely on an instructor.
  4. practice mathematical study skills that lead to success in math and statistics courses.
Course Content:
  1. Applications of principles and concepts of Introduction to Probability and Statistics.
  2. Discussion of affective domain and application of related skills.
    1. Grit and Growth Mindset
    2. How Learning Math is Different
    3. Resources On and Off Campus
    4. Time Management
    5. How to Be an Effective Listener and Take Notes
    6. How To Approach Homework
    7. How to Study for an Exam
    8. Overcoming Math and Test Anxiety
Methods of Instruction:
  1. Collaboration
  2. Computer-assisted/graphing calculator instruction
  3. Individual instruction
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
  1. Additional examples from outside sources, particularly, socially and culturally relevant examples: analyze graphs of income inequality, homelessness in the bay area, and systemic racism in the prison system.
  2. Computer assignments using statistical software: Load a large data multivariate data file on test scores into statistical software. Create appropriate graphical displays and obtain summary statistics. Write a brief analysis of the data based on these graphical and numerical summaries.
  3. Practice solving challenging problems with peers, including examples from the AP Statistics Free Response questions.
  1. Class Work
  2. Attendance
Upon the completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. Increase confidence in understanding mathematical concepts, communicating ideas and thinking analytically.
Textbooks (Typical):
  1. Barbara Illowsky, Susan Dean (2018). Introductory Statistics OpenStax.
  2. Carnegie Mellon University (2016). Open Learning Initiative Carnegie Mellon University.
  3. Matt Davis (2015). Meaningful Statistics Pearson.
  1. Wah, et. al. Supplement to Open learning Initiative. None, .
  1. StatCrunch. Pearson, (/e).
Abbreviated Class Schedule Description:
MTH43W is a support course for students taking MTH43. This is a great class for students who are transitioning to college-level math coursework, who are unsure of their abilities, or who have been out of school for while and want additional support while completing MTH 43.
Corequisite: STAT C1000 (Formerly MTH 43)
Discipline:
Mathematics*