AAA Spark Meeting of the Regions

A Fun Active Data Analysis Problem Solving Case

• In Event: A Fun Active Data Analysis Problem Solving Case

Abstract

This case provides the opportunity for prioritizing student's data model building problem solving skills. There are many ways to approach this case, which accommodates students' different cognitive and learning styles. The context is measuring dance studio's gross profits and class strategies. The desired outcome is move the students' mindset about "what is the only right way to solve the problem?" without removing the fact that there is a correct answer, just many possible ways to get to that answer.

The session format will be an active learning session where the participants will discuss how they would approach the task, as this will help them understand the diversity and nature of the approaches their students could embrace.

• No poster session as I don't believe that this case's advantages can be effectively demonstrated on a poster (so sorry, and if my case is not selected for a virtual session, my feelings will not be hurt!)

Author

• Margarita M. Lenk, Colorado State University