Stat 226 Q&A:

Q:  Where do I download JMP?
A:  http://www.stat.iastate.edu/resources/software/jmp/ Also, email jmphelp@iastate.edu if you have problems installing JMP.  You can also check out some of my old JMP instructional videos at http://www.public.iastate.edu/~jdabbey/Stat401/jmp.html. All of this information is available on my main website.

Q:  Should I install JMP early or wait until the night before the HW is due?
A:  Install JMP as soon as possible (how about now!).

Q:  Why won't JMP work on my computer?
A:  Seek help from jmphelp@iastate.edu.

Q:  Where can I find my grades?
A:  Grades will be posted on WebCT http://www.celt.iastate.edu/webct/

Q:  When will you inform me of the grade curve?
A:  Never.  By department policy, I am not allowed to divulge curve information at any time.  The only time a curve can even apply is at the end of the semester after we complete the entire course.

Q:  When will homeworks be available?
A:  The day before the HW is assigned.  Many of the homeworks change from semester to semester.  Hence, the homeworks may not be distributed until well into the semester.

Q:  Can I get a friend into section D?
A:  No.  Unless people drop from section D, we will have no more space for new students.

Q:  Can the final exam time be changed?
A:  No.  The university sets the final schedule.

Q:  What textbook(s) do I need for this course?
A:  See the syllabus (when I post the new version).  You may also want the student solutions manual.

Q:  Can I retake quizzes?
A:  No.  However, I do throw out two quizzes as noted on the syllabus.

Q:  Do I really need to attend class?
A:  Yes.  My notes may provide a large portion of the overall content.  However, being in class will aid in retention and comprehension.  Further, you may notice areas of emphasis and/or receive hints.

Q:  Why did I miss X points on HW#?
A:  That's the TA's job.  If you have point questions for a homework, you MUST see the TA first.  If you have substantive questions (e.g., why did you use the Wilson's Proportion estimator?), then you can come directly to me.

Q:  Can I work on a team for my homeworks?
A:  The answer is yes.  HOWEVER, you must turn in your own, individual work.  You must also hand-write your work.  Further, if you do homeworks by "committee", I strongly recommend that you try to do the entire homework on your own first.  Why?  Because you do not take tests as committees!