Academic Assessment and Grading

What percentage of the final grade is based on the empirical project?

25%
20%
10%
15% (correct)

What happens to the lowest quiz score in the online quizzes?

It is averaged with the other scores
It is dropped (correct)
It is counted as zero
It is added to the overall score

How can a student earn participation credit if they miss a class?

By emailing the professor for an excuse
By asking a classmate for notes
By attending a make-up lecture
By watching the recorded lecture and submitting answers to questions (correct)

What is the purpose of the online quizzes?

To test the student's understanding of the material (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many classes can a student miss and still get full participation credit?

5 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the participation score?

The fraction of classes where the student clicked in for at least half of the Poll Everywhere opportunities (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of Module 5: Statistical Inference in Regression?

Hypothesis testing and statistical significance (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in Module 6: Prediction?

Omitted Variable Bias (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can you do to improve your understanding of the later topics in the course?

Use concepts from the earlier parts of the course (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the date of the First Prelim Exam?

February 22 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chapters is NOT a required reading for Module 8: Multiple Regression?

Allison Chapter 1 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Can you reschedule the exam or hand in the homework late due to conflicting deadlines?

No, under any circumstances (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the topic of the Lab on February 16?

Legislation and Emissions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you believe your exam has been graded incorrectly?

Submit a written explanation to the professor (B) Signup and view all the answers

When is the Problem Set 2 due?

February 20 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of submitting a regrade request for an exam?

Your grade may go up or down (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy on using published materials for Econ 3120 assignments?

You are free to use any published materials (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expectation for each student's assignment submission?

Each person must turn in their own assignment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the policy of not using solution materials from previous years in Econ 3120?

To maintain the integrity of the academic environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of violating the policy of not using solution materials from previous years?

Academic disciplinary actions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using the 6-month license for Stata/IC?

It is a cost-effective option for a limited period (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using Apps on Demand in the course?

To use Stata for free (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can you connect your Stata environment to persistent storage when using Apps on Demand?

By connecting to your Cornell Google Drive (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the service that provides free access to Stata in the course?

Apps on Demand (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the topic of Module 10?

Assessing Validity of Regression Models (B) Signup and view all the answers

When is the SECOND PRELIM EXAM scheduled?

March 26, 7:30 PM (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the topic of Module 12?

Binary Dependent Variables (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the due date for the Empirical Project Data Analysis?

May 10, 5:00 PM (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the topic of Module 14?

Difference-in-Differences & Regression Discontinuity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the topic of Module 16?

Multinomial and Ordered Models (C) Signup and view all the answers