1. WELCOME TO STATISTICS The required textbook for this course is:
Introductory Statistics:
A Problem-Solving Approach
By: Stephen Kokoska
(©2010, 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
Personalized Study Plan
Text Resources
Statistical Applets
StatClips & StatClips Examples
Student Solutions Manuals
Tables and Formulas
CrunchIt! 2.0
Assignments Center
Additional course materials and homework

4. To purchase StatsPortal, you can:
Purchase a printed access code through your local bookstore:
Packaged with Kokoska Introductory Statistics: A Problem-Solving Approach (discount applies)
Stand alone (separate from the text)
Purchase an instant access code online at
*Remember StatsPortal includes the complete eBook.

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

6. Accessing StatsPortal…continued
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. Click “Next” at the bottom of the page,
confirm the information on the following
screen, and click “Create Account” to
complete registration process
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 and follow directions

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.
Select “Kokoska Introductory Statistics: A Problem-Solving Approach”
Click on the “Preview StatsPortal as a student” 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!