Calculator-Based Emulator to Enhance Statistics Teaching: A University Case Study

Flores-Ccanto F.; Chirinos-Maldonado D.-M.; Menacho-Vargas I.; Galvez-Morales L.; Lau-Mego C.-S.; Flores-Lira J.-G.; Villegas-Lira M.-M. · Journal of Intelligent Decision Making and Information Science (2026) · DOI: 10.59543/jidmis.v3.1318

Resumen

Statistical competence is fundamental in many fields but many students and researchers have trouble in applying statistical concepts. In this examination, we evaluate and measure the impact of the CASIO fx-570 emulator calculator in the teaching of statistics at the university level with a sample of 170 university students, divided into control and experimental groups, where the CASIO fx-570 emulator was used to integrate theory and practice and to provide a more intuitive and engaging learning experience. We conducted pre-and post-tests and evaluated the effects of the intervention on conceptual, procedural and attitudinal learning dimensions. Mann-Whitney U tests showed significant improvements (p < 0.05) for the experimental group. These results suggest that the CASIO fx-570 emulator can help improve the learning of statistics in university students. Finally, we should consider the current educational requirements and take advantage of technological progress to bridge the gap between statistical theory and practice and to help people to understand statistics intuitively in research.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos; Universidad Autónoma del Perú; Universidad Nacional de Educación Enrique Guzmán y Valle