VARIOUS CENTRAL LIMIT THEOREM SIMULATORS WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL

Hyun Seok Choi (Korea) and Tae Yoon Kim (Korea)

Received October 10, 2007

Abstract

Central limit theorem (CLT) is known as one of the most important limit theorems in statistics and probability. Using the popular spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel, we provide dynamic CLT simulators that cover various types of central limit theorems. Our program will be very helpful in teaching students central limit theorems at elementary or advanced level.

Keywords and phrases: central limit theorem, computer simulator, Microsoft Excel.