Student Concerns and Perceived Challenges in Introductory Statistics
Claudia C. Sutter, Karen B. Givvin, Mary C. Tucker, Kathryn A. Givvin, Ana Leandro-Ramos, Paige L. Solomon
This study explored undergraduates’ incoming course concerns and later perceived challenges in an introductory statistics course using the CourseKata materials. Concerns changed with the onset of COVID-19 and the frequency of concerns differed by gender and URM status. Because students’ perceptions have an impact on their experiences and expectations, understanding and addressing concerns and challenges can help guide the development of interventions.