Every time you buy a stock, play poker, or make plans based on a weather forecast, you are consigning your fate to probability. These 12 fascinating half-hour lectures help you understand the random factors that lurk behind almost everything. Professor Michael Starbird of the University of Texas at Austin knows the secret of making numbers come alive to non-mathematicians: he picks intriguing, useful, and entertaining examples. Here are some that you will explore in your investigation of probability as a reasoning tool: When did the most recent common ancestor of all humans live? How much should you pay for a stock option? What do you do on third down with long yardage? After an introduction to the key concepts of probability, you will delve into the wealth of applications, from biology to physics to finance to war. Probability comes to the rescue to describe what we should expect from the randomness of life. Take hold of this powerful tool and you can dispel uncertainty and understand the true odds in the game of life.
G**T
Good presentation but not much mathematic behind the nature of probability
Great presentation of the subject: Talking about Probability/Chances in daily life, games, business , and in nature. Although, Professor Michael Starbird has good knowledge in mathematic, but he did not present very much the mathematical theories behind probabilities, even-though, probability has great connection with mathematic and the way how numbers are organized in rules and order that helps us to explain the nature of probability. Watching this course does not require much knowledge in mathematics because mathematic is not much the subject in his presentation. Although, for those who are seeking the math behind probability, there is benefit of watching this DVD because it will clarify the subject of probability in daily life so when you study the mathematical side behind it, its math theories will be much clearer to memorize and perfect.
J**A
VERY VERY GOOD!
VERY GOOD USED PRODUCT. EXCELENT CONDITION. VERY GOOD PRICE. THANKS.
J**V
Excellent!
Excellent course! Learning a lot.
R**R
Five Stars
I'm satisfied.
B**.
Five Stars
Good
J**B
Four Stars
A mathematical mind-set would be a bonus
E**Z
Concise, fun, and informative
Play it again, and again, and again. . .This is a video, not an audiobook
B**R
Interesting Chat, No Practicality
I was trying to decide whether to rate this 2 stars, or 4 stars, because "okay" (as in 3 stars) just doesn't seem to do it. I think this video is fun if all you care about is hearing the philosophy of what probability is about, but in regards to actual problem solving, I think its totally a waste.
A**V
Great course, but buy at your own risk, make sure you get the same material as you would get from the company!
The Great Courses are great, try to look for deals on amazon, but keep in mind that if you buy from the actual company you get digital access to the online version of the course accessible through apps on android, iphone, and web browser. You also get a lifetime warranty, meaning they will replace the course free of charge in the future, no questions asked. I have no affiliation with the company, just a big fan, *And yes, I bought many courses directly from the company as well!)
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