Statistics in Sports: Analysing the Olympics

Competing at the Olympic level means every second and centimeter count.

That’s why athletic gear is so important!

Looking for athletics examples and exercises in your statistics course that are a little outside of the box? Check out a sample of some of our favorite content, all about the shoes, fuel, and equipment that Olympic athletes rely on to compete at the highest level.

What other athletic gear do you think could lend a good data set to statistical analysis?

Achieve allows instructors to write their own questions, or edit pre-built questions, to incorporate any examples, skills, or exercises that work best for their class.

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FAQs

What is Achieve for Statistics?

Achieve for Statistics delivers research-backed, personalised learning, real-time feedback, and accessibility features, all integrated into your LMS and designed to support teaching and learning statistics while keeping students engaged without increasing your workload.

How do real-world examples like Olympic gear help students learn statistics?

Real-world examples make statistics more concrete and engaging by using familiar, high-interest contexts, helping students focus on interpreting data, identifying patterns, and applying statistical concepts.

Can instructors write their own questions in Achieve for Statistics?

Yes. Instructors can create custom questions in Achieve using their own examples, datasets, or real-world contexts, including sports and athletics.

Can I edit or customise pre-built questions in Achieve?

Achieve for Statistics enables instructors to tailor pre-built questions by modifying context, data, wording, or assessed skills.