Independent statistical investigations

A worksheet for A-Level Biology students, for use after the main statistical tests have been taught. Students often learn statistical tests by rote, but lack the independence of thought to select appropriate statistical tests for an investigation they have designed. This worksheet provides various examples of possible titles for quick and simple investigations that can be done in the space of a lesson or for homework - students must then select the appropriate statistical test to analyse their results.

Key words: Statistics, Chi-squared, 95% confidence limits and standard error, spearman rank, independent, investigation, biology, A-Level