statistics
statistics
Watch one or more of the following videos discussing randomness, statistics, and the science of prediction, and then submit a brief (1/2 to 1-page) summary. Tell me in your own words what the overall video was about, describe 1 or 2 of the examples that you found most interesting/useful, and discuss if and how your view or acceptance of statistics/probabilty you hear in the media will change.
Leonard Mlodinow, author of "The Drunkard's Walk" -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAt27VwavJ8
Charles Wheelan, author of "Naked Statistics" -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIbr_AksnAc
Nate Silver, 30+ year old engineer and forecasting superstar -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eE4qCJBgfIk