Some Classroom Experiences in the Teaching of Empirical Model Building and Regression Analysis.

The use of the digital computer for the presentation of the topics of empirical model building and regression analysis is discussed. The author concentrates upon a description of computing exercises which are employed to provide the students with experience in model building and evaluation in a controlled situation. The types of exercises given are treated, followed by a discussion of the relative merits and dysfunctional aspects of the time-sharing and batch modes of operation.. Details are presented concerning the main programs accessed by the students--the BMD multiple and stepwise regression programs, RPIREG, STEPREG, and LINREG. Finally, there is consideration of the strengths and weakness of the computer-assisted instructional (CAI) approach to these topics. (PB) FILMED FROM BEST AVAILABLE COPY