Date: 2024-07-27
Author: Nathan Pieplow
Source: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JXZOaUA9eWBXDfnK59EDSKUBIIHCZHns/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116941745404208628216&rtpof=true&sd=true
License: CC BY-NC-SA
Domain: Persuading with Data
Subdomain: Making Claims with Data
Type of Resource: Slides
Citation: Pieplow, Nathan. 'Demonstrating Causation'. Data Advocacy 4 All, University of Colorado. 27 July 2024
This slide deck reviews the problem of correlation and causation. It provides a quick mathematical review of what correlation is, followed by a look at the difference between correlation and causation and a high-level overview of three requirements in proving causation. The slide deck with instructor notes could be used as a reading or an activity. It can take 30-60 minutes to present in class, depending on the amount of discussion.
Keywords: Causation vs Correlation, Statistical Claims, Quantitative Reasoning, Data-driven Argument, Numerical Argumentation