09 - Comparing two means, paired data and independent groups (Nov. 2-8)

Comparison of Means

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the goal of a matched pairs design and provide an example. 
  • Describe an independent groups design and specifically how it differs from matched pairs. Give an example. 
  • Be able to make inference for both the difference in means for matched pairs and independent samples.
  • Discuss the appropriate times to use a pooled variance. What does a pooled variance assume about the population variances?

 Videos & Video Lectures

 

Readings

 

Assignments

 

Required Online Adobe Connect Sessions

  • Wednesday, Nov. 2, 7-8:20 pm ET - Happy Hour with Rod Little
    • Review Week 8, Homework Q&A, Preview Week 9, BIA CAST Trial
    • Week 9 Happy Hour recording
  • Monday, Nov. 7, 7-8:20 pm ET - Lab Connect meeting with Swastina Shrestha
    • Week 9 Lab Connect recording
    • Week 9 Office Hour recording

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Additional Resources