In this article Arthur Bakker describes some research he has conducted into the use of reducational computer tools for improving statistical literacy. Further details may be found in Bakker A. (2004). Design research in statistics education; On symbolizing and computer tools. Utrecht the Netherlands: CD Beta Press. This can be ordered by emailing w.hofman@fi.uu.nl (17 50 euro excluding postage) or it can be downloaded from http://www.library.uu.nl/digiarchief/dip/diss/2004-0513-153943/inhoud.htm both as one large pdf-file (4 Mb) or as separate chapters. We would welcome comments/more extended articles on the issues raised in Arthur’s research – in particular on difficulties that specialist or non-specialist HE students have with coming to grips with distributions.
