Examination of Statistical Thinking Models

Abstract

Statistical thinking has gained importance recently. The purpose of the research study is to
analyze terms associated with statistical thinking, statistical thinking models, and to examine differences among
statistical thinking models. These models have been developed by researchers in order to identify species of
statistical thinking and how the students solved problems. In addition, these models provide the material for
educational research. In this study, five statistical thinking models are discussed compared by considering
different aspects of these models. These statistical models are Ben-Zvi and Friedlander (1997), Wild and
Pfannkuch (1999), Jones et al (2000), Hoerl and Snee (2001) and Mooney (2002). This study provides researchbased knowledge that can be used by teachers and researchers to inform statistical thinking. If these models are
known by teachers and researchers, they can be useful for overcoming the difficulties encountered in the
teaching of statistics.