1. WELCOME TO STATISTICS Discovering Statistics by Daniel T. Larose
The required textbook for this course is
Discovering Statistics
by Daniel T. Larose
(©2009, W.H. Freeman & Company)

2. This term you are required to purchase
StatsPortal

3. StatsPortal includes:
The complete textbook (eBook) with
highlighting, note-taking, and printing tools
Links to media, including Applets
Text Resources
Study Guide
Statistical Applets
Quizzing
Technology Manuals
(i.e. Minitab, Excel, TI, etc.)
EESEE Cases
CrunchIT
Tutorials
and more!
Assignments Center
Additional course materials and homework

4. To purchase StatsPortal, you can:
Purchase a printed access code through your local bookstore:
Packaged with Larose’s Discovering Statistics (discount applies)
Stand alone (separate from the text)
Purchase an instant access code online at

5. Accessing StatsPortal (when purchasing through the bookstore)…
1. Go to
Click the “Students Register Your Code” link on
the home page
2. Find your book and click the “Register Your Code” link

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3. Enter in:
Your printed activation code
Your first name and last name
Your address (which will serve as your Portal username)
4. Choose your password (for
future visits). You will be asked to
also provide a password hint.
5. Re-enter your address
6. Enter your school data
Select the state your institution is located
Select your institution
Select your course/instructor
Your account will be created and
you will be able to access
StatsPortal.

7. Accessing StatsPortal (when purchasing online)…
1. Go to
and click the “Students Purchase Access Today” link on the home page
2. Find your book and click the “Purchase” Link

8. Accessing StatsPortal online… continued
3. Enter/Type:
Your first name and last name
Your address (which will serve as
your StatsPortal username).
4. Create your password (for future visits). You will be asked to also
provide a password hint.
5. Re-enter your address.
6. You will then be taken to the PURCHASE page, where you will need to enter your payment information.
7. You will receive confirmation of your purchase and may now start using StatsPortal.

9. Want to try before you buy?
Go to and click “ Find Your Portal” link on the top of the page.
Scroll down until you find Discovering Statistics and select it.
Click on the “Preview StatsPortal” link

10. Also use the HELP button for additional user information!
Need more help?
Whether you need technical help working with StatsPortal features, content, registration, or if you simply forgot your username or password, contact technical support:
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Also use the HELP button for additional user information!