This article describes a BASIC program (ANOVAGEN) for use in statistics courses. ANOVAGEN uses population parameters specified by the instructor to generate unique data for each student. The program also calculates the appropriate analysis of variance (ANOVA) for the unique data of each student. We describe the use of the program and provide samples of student and instructor output. ANOVAGEN helps demonstrate some fundamental concepts in ANOVA, reduces the time required for grading of unique statistical exercises, and encourages students to work independently. Other possible uses of ANOVAGEN, including uses in other courses, are described.
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