Course Details
STAT 5565
Credit Hours: 3
Meeting Time: TuTr 02:30 PM - 03:45 PM
Meeting Location: RH-205
Modality: P
Course Description
Simple linear regression; multiple linear regression; correlation analysis; model selections;
checking assumptions; regression diagnostics; combating multi-collinearity; nonlinear regression.
Prerequisites: STAT 441.
Course Details
Attendance Verification
Maintaining accurate enrollment records throughout the term is a partnership between instructors
and students. Instructors are responsible for verifying student attendance and participation within
the first three weeks (16 week course) through the Attendance Verification Survey (administered
through UMKC Connect) as well as maintain records of participation throughout the term so that
the last date of attendance for students with recorded “F” or “W” final grades may be submitted.
Because student plans for enrollment sometimes change prior to the semester start, students not
engaging in courses through the initial weeks of each course may be administratively dropped.
Visit the undergraduate catalog for more detailed information regarding the policy.
Recording Class Sessions
Students are not permitted to record class sessions without written consent from the course
instructor. Contact your instructor to request permission.Instructor(s) may record class sessions
for the sole purpose of sharing the recording with students who can’t attend class. Instructor(s)
will take care not to disclose personally identifiable information from the student education
records during the recorded lesson.
Recommended Technology
You will need access to the computing resources necessary to complete this course through
personal and/or University channels (e.g., computer labs). Our course will take place within the
Canvas LMS and utilizing various software technologies that facilitate interaction and
communication. Below is a list of some helpful computer requirements for full participation in this
class:
The latest version of Adobe Reader
A current version of word processing software
A headset with microphone
A webcam
Google Chrome, Firefox, or Edge for Windows computers
Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari for Apple computers
Broadband Internet connection is preferred. Examples of broadband Internet connection are
high-speed DSL or a Cable modem.
Technology Assistance
The links below will connect you with answers and information for the most common technical
questions and issues students experience.
UM System Student Learning Support
UM System Teaching Tools
Required and Recommended Materials
APPLIED LINEAR STATISTICAL MODELS
Authors: Micheal H. Kutner, Christopher J. Nachtsheim, John Neter and William Li
Edition: 5th Edition
Notes
Textbook is not required but recommended.
Lecture notes will be provided by the instructor in class.
Required Software
We will be using the R software.
R (https://cran.r-project.org/)
Exam Proctoring
Exam I : Due Tuesday, February 27th by 11:59pm
Exam II : Due Thursday, April 11th by 11:59pm
Final : Due: Thursday, May 9th by 11:59pm
You will have 24 hours to submit the mid exams and 48 hours to submit the final.
Course Expectations
Academic misconduct is not acceptable behavior and will not be tolerated. Academic misconduct
includes, but is not limited to cheating, fabrication and falsification, plagiarism, or facilitating
academic misconduct. If a student engages in academic misconduct it will result in a failing grade
for the assignment in question and possible dismissal from UMKC. See the Student Conduct
Policy for full details.
Evaluation and Grading
Course objectives will be aligned with the following grading plan:
Homework 25%
2 Mid Exams 50% (25% each)
Final Exam 25%
Homework and exams will be assigned and collected via Canvas.
All homework and exams need to be submitted in PDF format, along with the R code.
Grading Scale:
Percentage of Points Earned Letter Grade
90-100% A
87-89% A-
83-86% B+
80-82% B
77-79% B-
73-76% C+
70-72% C
65-69% C-
60-64% D+
55-59% D
50-54% D-
0-49% F
Final Exam Date and Time
Due: Thursday, May 9th by 11:59pm
Policy on late assignments
No late homework will be accepted. But the lowest homework will be dropped at the end of the
course.
Important Dates - 16 week session (Spring 2024)
January 22
Last day to change a course from Audit to Credit (full 16
week session)
January 22 Last day for a 100% Refund (full 16 week session)
February 12
Last day to drop a course and not have it appear on your
transcript (full 16 week session)
February 12 Last day for a 50% refund (full 16 week session)
February 12
Last day to change a course from Credit to Audit
(undergraduate - full 16 week session)
March 8 Last day for a 25% refund (full 16 week session)
March 8
Last day to withdraw with a “W” (graduate/professional -
full 16 week session)
March 24 Spring Break
March 31 Deadline to apply for Spring 2024 graduation
April 1 Fall 2024 Priority Registration Begins
April 12
Last day to withdraw with a “W” (undergraduate - full 16
week session)
April 22 Fall 2024 Open Registration Begins
April 26 Last day of classes (Law - full 16 week session)
April 29 Finals Week (Law - full 16 week session)
May 2 School of Humanities and Social Sciences Reading Days
May 3 Last day to withdraw with a “W” or “WF”
(graduate/professional - full 16 week session)
May 3
Last day to change a course from Credit to Audit
(graduate/professional - full 16 week session)
May 3
Last day of classes (full 16 week session, all academic
units except Law)
May 4
Finals Week (full 16 week session, all academic units
except Law)
Basic Needs
It can be challenging to do your best in class if you have trouble meeting basic needs like safe
shelter, sleep, and nutrition. If you have difficulty affording groceries or accessing sufficient food
to eat every day, or lack a safe and stable place to live, UMKC is here to help. The UMKC Basic
Needs webpage has information on resources for food assistance, housing assistance and
financial literacy. The Kangaroo Pantry is a free resource for all UMKC students that provides
food and other items to those in need. Check out the Kangaroo Pantry website for details on
hours and locations. I strongly encourage you to set up an appointment with UMKC Basic Needs
and/or me if you have a need for this type of assistance.
Academic Calendar
Students are encouraged to review important add, drop or withdraw dates by visiting the
Academic Calendar on the UMKC website.
Academic Integrity
The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognizes that academic honesty is essential
for the intellectual life of the University. Faculty members have a special obligation to expect high
standards of academic honesty in all student work. Students have a special obligation to adhere
to such standards. Academic dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, unauthorized use of
artificially generated content or sabotage, is adjudicated through the University of Missouri
Student Conduct Code and Rules of Procedures in Student Conduct Matters.
Academic Support and Mentoring
The department of Academic Support and Mentoring (ASM) offers a wide range of services and
programs to help students meet their academic goals. ASM offers peer tutoring, writing and
presentation assistance, SI study groups, instructional videos and many more resources that are
valuable to your success in this class. Information can be found on the ASM website. You can
use RooLearning+ for scheduling appointments and viewing when support for this class is
available. Access RooLearning+ by downloading the app from the App Store (Apple) or Google
Play (Android) and sign in with your SSO. The URL for the RooLearning+ site is
umkc.tedu.app/student.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend and participate in classes as indicated by the course modality
(Classroom based, Online, etc. available on Pathway). To get additional information, please visit
the page describing course modalities on the UMKC Registrar's site.
In order to comply with federal regulations associated with eligibility rules for federal financial aid,
students not attending/participating a course during the first three weeks of the term will be
administratively dropped from the specific course. Advance notice of attendance policies of
academic units and individual instructors should be given, and such notice should be in writing.
Students should notify instructors of excused absences in advance, where possible. Students
who have an excused absence are expected to make arrangements with instructors for
alternative or make-up work. Such arrangements should be made in advance of the absence,
where possible. Instructors should accommodate excused absences to the extent that an
accommodation can be made that does not unreasonably interfere with the learning objectives of
the course or unduly burden the instructor. Attendance policies shall be applied in a non-
discriminatory manner. Enrollment as a student is required to attend any class unless otherwise
pre-approved by the instructor. Instructors are responsible for verifying student attendance and
participation within the first three weeks (16 week course) through the Attendance Verification
Survey (administered through UMKC Connect) as well as maintain records of participation
throughout the term so that the last date of attendance for students with recorded “F” or “W” final
grades may be submitted.
Campus Safety
Inclement weather, mass notification, and emergency response guide can be found on the UMKC
Alert page.
UMKC Connect
Important information is available to undergraduate students in UMKC Connect a central location
for faculty, advisors, student services and students to communicate and collaborate on a strategic
plan for each student's academic success. Throughout the term, students may receive emails
regarding course grades or academic performance. Students should regularly check their
Connect dashboard and are expected to address information posted in a timely manner. This
information may be shared with the student’s Success Network made up of his or her academic
advisor(s) and other campus resources so that UMKC may fully support the student’s success.
Students may schedule appointments to meet with members of their Success Network through
UMKC Connect.
Grade Appeal Policy
The University grade appeal procedure is available only for the review of allegedly capricious
grading and not for review of the instructor's evaluation of the student's academic performance.
Capricious grading, as that term is used here, comprises any of the following:
The assignment of a grade to a particular student on some basis other than the
performance in the course;
The assignment of a grade to a particular student according to more exacting or
demanding standards than were applied to other students in the course; (Note: Additional
or different grading criteria may be applied to graduate students enrolled for graduate credit
in 300- and 400-level courses.)
The assignment of a grade by a substantial departure from the instructor's previously
announced standards.
Privacy Policies
Please access the following two websites for the most up to date information on the UMKC
privacy and webcam policies.
Privacy Policy
Webcam Policy
Student Disability Services and Accommodations
To obtain disability related accommodations and/or auxiliary aids, students with disabilities must
contact Student Accessibility Services as soon as possible by calling 816-235-5612. Once
verified, our office will notify the course instructor and outline the accommodation and/or auxiliary
aids to be provided. You are also welcomed to contact the Student Accessibility Services office
via email at disability@umkc.edu.
Counseling Services and Student Health & Wellness
UMKC students may experience many challenges in their lives while attending college – stress,
depression, suicidality, trauma, relationship issues, health concerns, etc. As an institution, we
care about your success and well-being, and want to make you aware of some helpful resources
on campus. UMKC Counseling Services, located at Brookside 51 Building, 5110 Oak Street,
Suite 201, offers a wide range of supportive services to students. Appointments can be made by
calling 816-235-1635. UMKC Student Health and Wellness, located at Brookside 51 Building,
5110 Oak Street, Suite 201, offers a full range of supportive services to students. Appointments
can be made by calling 816-235-1635.
UMKC Student Health and Wellness , located at Brookside 51 Building, 5110 Oak Street, Suite
237, offers a full range of health care and promotion services. Appointments can be scheduled
online or by calling 816-235-6133.
The MindBody Connection is located in the Student Union, 3rd floor, room 303G & 303H. The
MindBody Connection provides space for students to learn how to relieve stress and learn more
about mindfulness. Featuring massage chairs, art supplies, and a quiet space, the MindBody
Connection is a great place for students to unwind and get back in touch with their minds and
bodies and offers a variety of stress-reduction services.
Students are encouraged to review UMKC’s Policy on Suicide Prevention Resources, which
provides resources, referral information, and training opportunities to help recognize signs of
distress in yourself and your peers as well as how to make appropriate referrals for support and
assistance.
Students may contact the UMKC Student HelpLine (or call 816-235-2222) with any questions or
concerns. Students may also utilize the Complaint Policy to file a complaint online.
Equal Opportunity & Educational Access
UMKC is committed to providing equal opportunities to all students without unlawful
discrimination on the basis of a protected identity, including race, color, national origin, ancestry,
religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability,
protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
Discrimination & Harassment: Compliance with UM System Collected Rules and Regulations
(CRRs) 600.000 is monitored by the Office of Equity & Title IX , but it is the responsibility of the
entire university community to provide equal opportunity through relevant practices, initiatives,
and programs. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or harassment based
on their protected identity, we encourage you to visit Making a Report.
CRR 600.010 prohibits protected identity discrimination and harassment. It also prohibits sexual
harassment and sexual misconduct by a student, employee, volunteer, or visitor that is not
covered under CRR 600.020 and Title IX (see below), that occurs within a UMKC educational
program or activity, on- or off-campus, including when the conduct occurs off-campus and
interferes with or limits the ability of any person to participate in or benefit from UMKC’s
educational programs or activities or employment. For those who have experienced
discrimination or harassment, please see the Support and Connections pages of our Equity &
Title IX website for a list of campus and community support services.
Sexual Harassment under Title IX: UM System Collected Rules and Regulations (CRRs)
600.020 prohibits all students, employees, volunteers, and visitors from engaging in sexual
harassment, including sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, in a
university education program or activity against a person in the United States. If you or someone
you know has experienced sexual harrassment, please visit the Support and Connection pages
of our Equity & Title IX website for a list of support services on campus and in the community. For
information on how to make a report to the university, visit Making a Report.
Failure to Accommodate Students with Disabilities: UM System Collected Rules and
Regulations (CRRs) 600.010 prohibits discrimination against students with disabilities and
ensures these students receive educational accommodations as issued by Student Disability
Services. If you believe an employee of the university has failed to accommodate your disability,
visit Making a Report or contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-1771 or
eqtix@umkc.edu.
Accommodating Pregnancy & Related Conditions: UMKC provides reasonable
accommodations to students related to pregnancy and childbirth, including adjustments to
attendance requirements, course due dates, leaves of absence, and other accommodations. If
you have questions or would like to request arrangements, please visit Pregnancy & Related
Accommodations or contact the Office of Equity & Title IX at (816) 235-1771 or eqtix@umkc.edu.
Mandated Reporting: Nearly all UMKC employees, including your course instructors, advisors,
and other support staff, are required to report all information related to any known or suspected
discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct to the Office of Equity & Title IX and cannot
offer confidentiality. However, students may seek confidential support from RISE: Resources,
Intervention, Support, & Education, Counseling Services, and Student Health & Wellness.
Employees of these offices are exempt from mandated reporting so long as the disclosure of
prohibited conduct occurs in a confidential communication while they are acting as support
advocates, professional counselors, or medical personnel. An exemption does not extend to
these employees when the disclosure is made in non-confidential setting. If you have a question
about confidentiality when making a disclosure to RISE, Counseling Services, or Student Health
& Wellness, you should first ask whether the exemption applies.
Right to Free Expression
It is vitally important for UMKC to foster and maintain an educational environment that promotes
free discussion, inquiry and expression by students inside the classroom and beyond, without
fear that their exercise of such rights will have negative repercussions in areas over which the
university has responsibility. It is equally important that students understand the narrow line
separating their First Amendment rights and the legal and privacy rights of others so that students
can exercise those rights within appropriate boundaries.
Per UM System Collected Rules and Regulations (CRRs) 200.015 your instructors should
encourage free discussion, inquiry, and expression in courses, conferences and meetings.
Student performance shall be evaluated solely on an academic basis, not on opinions or conduct
in matters unrelated to academic standards.
Classroom Expectations: In exercising your right to free expression, UMKC requests students
adhere to these five guidelines:
Share responsibility for including all voices in the conversation, leaving sufficient time for
others to engage in the discussion. Listen respectfully, avoiding interruptions or
distractions.
Recognize how your own identity and experiences inform your opinions and reactions to
others. Be open to changing your perspectives when exposed to the ideas of others.
Speak with care, acknowledging that your words may be perceived as disrespectful,
marginalizing, biased, or harmful.
Understand that everyone makes mistakes; view these mistakes as valuable in the
learning process. Notice your own defensive reactions, and channel them into furthering a
productive discussion.
Differentiate between safety and comfort; accept discomfort as necessary for learning and
exploring ideas through a social justice lens.
Although your right to free expression is protected, your instructors have the authority to take
action under CRR 200.010 when they believe the conduct of any student unreasonably disrupts
the classroom environment and prevents others from learning or threatens or endangers the
health or safety of any person. If you feel your instructor was in error in taking action under CRR
200.010 related to your right to free expression, visit Making a Report.
Expressions of Perceived Bias
UMKC is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and respectful interaction. In support of our
campus community, the university provides the opportunity for students, employees, volunteers,
and visitors to report expressions of perceived bias and to request UMKC respond to such
expressions.
An expression of perceived bias may occur when someone believes that they have been
subjected to harassment, bullying, stereotyping, microaggressions, abuse, marginalization, or
any other form of targeted misconduct because they identify or are associated with a particular
group. If you believe you have experienced an expression of bias or you become aware of such
an expression, visit Making a Report.
Support: If the conduct of others prevents you from fully participating in the classroom or in
university activities, UMKC offers confidential support through Counseling Services and RISE:
Resources, Intervention, Support, & Education. Additional campus and community support
services are listed on the Support and Connections pages of our Equity & Title IX website.