M. Elizabeth Karns is a lawyer and epidemiologist. Her teaching is directly connected to her practice, which has focused on statistical evidence, occupational illnesses, assault and harassment injuries, and reproductive harms. Professor Karns has been involved in every aspect of the data life cycle, from initial design to post-event forensic evaluations. Her work on data science ethics brings together professional practice norms, individual values, and organizational goals. Professor Karns is currently developing a virtual reality experience based on the unintended consequences of automated fraud detection.
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Format
All Online
Time Commitment
2 months with 3 to 5 hours of study per week
Cost
$0
Learn From Top Minds
Courses are developed by Cornell faculty.
Power Your Career
Gain today’s most in-demand skills to stand apart.
Flexibility Fits Your Life
Learn on your schedule without stepping out of your job.
Small-class Experience
Participate in facilitated discussions and live sessions with industry peers.
Real-world Projects
Apply learnings and insights to your work to make an impact right away.
Personalized Feedback
Enjoy meaningful feedback on assignments from expert facilitators.
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Senior Lecturer, Social Statistics, Cornell ILR School
Key Course Takeaways
- Evaluate sample summary statistics and graphic representations of variables and their relationships
- Make an informed decision based on statistical results
- Choose the right statistical test for the question you’re asking
- Apply and interpret real-world data in regression models to make predictions about new situations

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