Introduction to research skills. Discussion of current research trends, writing literature reviews, etc. Students will be required to present materials reflecting their interests, which will be critically appraised for both content and presentation. Emphasis will be placed on aiding students to acquire a high-level of professionalism.

Prerequisites: PSTAT 126; and consent of instructor.

4

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2

Passtime

Upper division only

Level Limit

Letters and science

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COBURN K M
Katie Coburn
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Laura Baracaldo
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24 reviews
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15:00 PM - 15:50 PM
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16:00 PM - 16:50 PM
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PSTAT 197A Baracaldo Lan Fall 2024 Total: 59
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pstat197a . 1 Year, 5 Months Ago

Extremely unclear lectures, slides are so vague it's useless. Teaches difficult topics as if you already know them. No continuity between lectures (very random). No grading syllabus, no clue which assignments got graded, no place to check your grade until it showed on GOLD, and no response to emails. Even TA's felt lost. Terrible experience!

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pstat197a . 1 Year, 5 Months Ago

Horrible course. NO feedback during the whole quarter. You even don't know the grading criteria.

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PSTAT120B . Coburn K M 2 Months Ago

Nice person but not very accessible outside of class. Lectures are lackluster, expect to self study a big portion of the class. Dont expect to leave with good knowledge of mathematical statistics.

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PSTAT120B . Coburn K M 2 Months Ago

I just self-studied for all the materials and got an A. Exams become easy if you can 100% solve all these practice problems.

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PSTAT120B . Coburn K M 2 Months Ago

The instructor was largely unresponsive to emails, including inquiries about the final exam. Even the TA had difficulty reaching her. Lectures were minimal and lacked depth, requiring significant self-study to truly understand the material. If you're looking for a course with strong guidance and engagement, this might not be the best choice.

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PSTAT131 . Coburn K M 2 Months Ago

Good professor with knowledge of the subject. Straightforward in their expectations and lectures.

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